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Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet

Here’s the ultimate simple and filling dinner that uses items I typically have right in my own pantry. It’s so easy to prepare and cooks in one skillet, which makes cleanup a snap.

—JULI MEYERS HINESVILLE, GA



START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS


1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)

8 ounces uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni

3 cups reduced-sodium beef broth

3/4 cup fat-free milk

3 tablespoons ketchup

2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning

1 teaspoon prepared mustard

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Minced chives

1. In a large skillet, cook the beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain.

2. Stir in macaroni, broth, milk, ketchup, steak seasoning, mustard and onion powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir in cheese until melted. Sprinkle with chives.