Cheesy Sloppy Cheeseburger Pasta

Imagine the gooey, cheesy goodness of a cheeseburger combined with pasta in one skillet. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you need something warm, filling, and packed with flavor. It’s like a homemade Hamburger Helper but even better!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

One-Pan Meal – Minimal cleanup!
Comfort Food at Its Best – Creamy, cheesy, and indulgent.
Kid-Friendly – Tastes like a cheeseburger in pasta form.
Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef (or turkey) 🍖
1 small onion (diced) 🧅
2 cloves garlic (minced) 🧄
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni or rotini 🍝
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice) 🍅
2 tbsp tomato paste 🍅
2 cups beef broth (or water with bouillon) 🥣
1 tsp mustard (yellow or Dijon) 🌭
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese (divided) 🧀
½ cup sour cream 🍶
Salt and pepper (to taste) 🧂

Optional Garnish:

Chopped parsley 🌿
Crumbled bacon 🥓
Pickles (for a cheeseburger twist!) 🥒

Instructions:

Step 1: Brown the Beef

1️⃣ In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Break it apart as it cooks.
2️⃣ Add the diced onion and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Drain any excess grease.

Step 2: Add the Liquids and Pasta

1️⃣ Stir in the tomato paste, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
2️⃣ Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice) and beef broth.
3️⃣ Add the uncooked pasta directly into the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 3: Simmer

1️⃣ Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
2️⃣ Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

Step 4: Make it Cheesy

1️⃣ Stir in 1 cup of Cheddar cheese and the sour cream. Mix until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
2️⃣ Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese over the top and cover for another 2-3 minutes until melted.

Cheesy Sloppy Cheeseburger Pasta