Ingredients
3/4 pound ground beef (90% lean)
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup macaroni
uncooked
1 can diced tomatoes
undrained
low-sodium (14.5 ounces)
2 Servings Eating Smart Seasoning Mix (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup shredded cheese
salt (optional
to taste)
Steps
Wash hands with soap and water.
Brown ground beef in a large skillet; drain the fat.
Add water, macaroni, tomatoes, and seasoning mix; stir.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer, covered for 15-20 minutes or until macaroni is tender.
Remove from heat and add 1/2 cup grated cheese.
Taste; then add a small amount of salt if needed.
Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 354 |
| Total Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g |
| Cholesterol | 69 mg |
| Sodium | 190 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 32 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
| Total Sugars | 7 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 27 g |
| Vitamin D | 1 mcg |
| Calcium | 243 mg |
| Iron | 4 mg |
| Potassium | 635 mg |
U.S. Department of Agriculture. MyPlate Kitchen Website. Beefy Macaroni and Cheese. Recipe source: Eating Smart, Being Active Colorado State University and University of California at Davis. Available at MyPlate.gov/MyPlateKitchen. Access date: 09-05-2024.