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The finished sloppy joe pasta in a pan garnished with cheddar chese and parsly.
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Sloppy Joe Pasta

Ready for a fun twist on classic comfort food? My Sloppy Joe Pasta recipe is the best of both worlds and a dish the whole family will love.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ground beef, pasta
Servings: 6 people
Author: Jenna Harrison

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large Skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp Knife

Ingredients

  • 16 oz uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • ½ small onion diced
  • 1 small green pepper diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
  • ¾ cup ketchup
  • ¾ cup beef broth
  • 1 ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

GARNISHES:

  • Cheddar cheese
  • Parsley
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Instructions

  • Add the uncooked macaroni to a large pot of water and boil for 8 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta and set aside.
  • Spray a large skillet with non-stick spray. Add the ground beef, onion, pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper, and cook on medium-high until the ground beef is browned.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-high and add in the tomato sauce, ketchup, broth, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, yellow mustard, and paprika.
  • Mix until all incorporated and let it cook for 3-4 minutes.
  • Remove the mixture from the heat and add in the cooked macaroni.
  • Garnish with cheddar cheese and parsley.
  • Serve and Enjoy!

Notes

  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It reheats well in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water.
  • Freezer: Yes, you can freeze it! Let it cool completely, then freeze in portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
  • Reheat: Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between. Or warm it on the stovetop over medium-low with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce.
  • Make ahead: You can make the meat sauce in advance and store it separately. Just boil fresh pasta when you're ready to serve! 

Nutrition

Serving: 2cups | Calories: 430kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 654mg | Potassium: 608mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 395IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 3mg