Sloppy Joe Pasta
This sloppy joe pasta combines classic sloppy joe flavor with tender pasta and melty cheese for a hearty, family friendly dinner. It’s an easy weeknight meal made with simple ingredients.
Servings: 6 people
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Equipment
- Medium pot
- Large skillet
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 15 oz cans sloppy joe sauce
- 8 oz cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Cook your pasta according to the directions on the packaging and set aside.
- In a large skillet, add your ground beef and onion. Cook over medium heat until the ground beef has browned. Drain off any excess grease. Add in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the sloppy Joe sauce and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the elbow macaroni and cheddar cheese, cooking until all the cheese has melted.
- Serve with some garlic bread and enjoy.
Notes
• To add heat, sprinkle in cayenne pepper or stir in a drained can of Rotel. Start small and adjust gradually so the spice does not overpower the dish.
• For a touch of sweetness, add a small spoonful of brown sugar or honey. Add a little at a time and taste as you go to avoid over sweetening.
• The sauce can be thickened by letting it simmer a few extra minutes, or thinned with a splash of water or broth until it reaches your preferred consistency.
• For a creamy finish, stir in sour cream, plain Greek yogurt, or blended cottage cheese at the end of cooking and remove from heat to keep the sauce smooth.