This slow cooker cheeseburger macaroni tastes like the boxed version I grew up on, only better, with real ground beef and plenty of shredded cheddar. The elbow macaroni cooks in beef broth and a splash of milk until it turns creamy and comforting.
With simple ingredients like ground beef, pasta, and cheese, this recipe is both satisfying and easy to customize. You can add your favorite toppings or mix in vegetables to enhance the dish.
Easy Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Macaroni
This recipe features ground beef cooked with macaroni and a creamy cheese sauce, all made conveniently in a slow cooker. It takes about 4 hours to prepare and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, combine the browned beef, elbow macaroni, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours, or until the macaroni is tender.
- Add Cheese and Milk: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and milk. Cook for an additional 15-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and creamy.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 450kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
I add the pasta near the end so it does not overcook, then stir in the cheese until everything is smooth. It is a weeknight dinner that comes together with almost no fuss and rarely leaves leftovers.
