Beefaroni… but better

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 4 garlic cloves
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 8 oz can of tomato sauce
• 10 oz diced tomatoes
• 2 1/2 cups beef broth
• 2 cups macaroni
• 1/2 cup milk
• 8 oz cheddar cheese

Method

1. Brown the ground beef with the diced onion in a large pot, then drain off the excess grease.
2. Stir in the tomato paste, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce and cook briefly until fragrant.
3. Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and macaroni.
4. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
5. Reduce heat and stir in the milk and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
6. Serve warm.