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How to Make Sloppy Joe Mac and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of comfort food, then this Sloppy Joe Mac and Cheese recipe is a must-try. This dish combines two classic favorites - sloppy joes and mac and cheese - into one deliciously satisfying meal that will please even the pickiest of eaters.

What makes this recipe so special is the combination of savory ground beef seasoned with tangy tomato sauce, mixed with tender macaroni noodles and creamy cheddar cheese. The result is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 (1.3 ounce) envelope Sloppy Joe seasoning
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 cups half-and-half
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a large casserole dish.
  • Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until evenly browned. Drain grease. Mix in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and Sloppy Joe seasoning. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • While the Sloppy Joe mixture is cooking, melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Stir in onion and cook until tender. Mix in flour, mustard, salt, and pepper. In a bowl, mix the half-and-half and Worcestershire sauce together. Gradually whisk half-and-half mixture into the pot. Bring to a boil and cook until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
  • Remove from the heat and mix in 3 cups Cheddar. Stir cooked macaroni into the pot until evenly coated with sauce. Transfer to the casserole dish. Layer Sloppy Joe mixture over top and sprinkle with remaining Cheddar.
  • Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until bubbly, about 10 more minutes.

    • Nutrition

    832 cal.

    • Total Fat: 47g
    • Saturated Fat: 26g
    • Cholesterol: 160mg
    • Sodium: 1403mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 552mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 725mg

    Categories

    Pasta recipes
    Beef recipes
    Cheese recipes
    Tomato sauce recipes
    Comfort food recipes