For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce while simmering. Feel free to experiment with different vegetables, such as mushrooms, zucchini, or carrots, to add more nutrients and flavor. For a creamier sauce, stir in a dollop of sour cream or cream cheese just before serving. To make this dish even faster, use pre-chopped vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated easily.
Elbows and Ground Beef
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS423
A hearty and comforting dish featuring perfectly cooked elbow pasta enveloped in a rich, savory sauce of ground beef, sweet bell peppers, and fragrant onions, all simmered in a luscious tomato sauce. A satisfying meal that's both quick to prepare and deeply flavorful.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate73 g
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Cholesterol74 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein35 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium1492 mg
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Sugar14 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside. (Approximately 8-10 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a large Dutch oven or deep skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain off any excess grease. (Approximately 5-7 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Add the chopped onion to the ground beef and cook until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally. (Approximately 3-5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Incorporate the chopped green bell pepper and continue to cook until the pepper is tender-crisp. (Approximately 3-5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Pour in the tomato sauce, stir well to combine with the beef and vegetables. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For a richer flavor, simmer for up to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. (Simmer for 15-30 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Serve the flavorful ground beef sauce generously over the cooked elbow macaroni. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil, if desired.
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Duane Crooks
Mar 5, 2025I used ground turkey instead of ground beef, and it was still delicious and a bit healthier.
Tyrique Huels
Jun 21, 2024This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My kids love it, and it's so easy to throw together.
Wade Ratke
Sep 14, 2023Great base recipe! I added some diced tomatoes and a can of drained and rinsed kidney beans to make it more substantial.
Amaya Connellymarquardt
Aug 12, 2023I added some Italian seasoning and a bay leaf to the sauce, and it turned out amazing!
Marie Ward
Mar 23, 2023The simmering time really makes a difference in the flavor. Don't skip that step!