Elbows and Ground Beef

Dairy Free
Health score
34%
Elbows and Ground Beef
30 min.
6
513kcal

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Are you looking for a hearty, satisfying meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than our Elbows and Ground Beef! This delightful dish effortlessly combines the wholesome goodness of macaroni and lean ground beef with the rich flavors of tomato sauce and fresh bell peppers. It's a perfect choice for a quick and delicious lunch or dinner, ready in just 30 minutes!

Imagine a plateful of tender elbow macaroni coated in a robust tomato sauce, filled with savory bits of ground beef, and punctuated with the vibrant crunch of green pepper and onion. Not only is this recipe dairy-free, making it ideal for those with dietary restrictions, but it also provides a balanced meal packed with protein and carbohydrates—perfect fuel for busy days.

This is more than just a meal; it’s a comforting reminder of home-cooked goodness that can be prepared with minimal effort. Whether you're serving it to picky eaters or hosting a casual dinner with friends, Elbows and Ground Beef is sure to impress and satisfy. Plus, the leftovers—if there are any—are just as delicious, making it an excellent option for meal prepping!

Get ready to delight your taste buds and fill your kitchen with the warm aromas of this crowd-pleasing dish. Let’s dive into the simple steps to create a comforting bowl of Elbows and Ground Beef!

Ingredients

  • 58 ounce tomato sauce canned
  •  bell pepper green chopped
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef lean
  • 16 ounce macaroni 
  •  onion chopped

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. Drain.
  3. In a Dutch oven, brown ground beef over medium heat.
  4. Add chopped onion, and cook until onion is soft.
  5. Add green pepper and tomato sauce; cook until pepper is soft.
  6. Serve sauce over pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Calories513kcal
Protein29.36%
Fat13.43%
Carbs57.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.67
Glycemic Load
5.14
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
31.963913057161%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.94mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:512.9kcal
25.64%
Fat:7.69g
11.82%
Saturated Fat:2.89g
18.08%
Carbohydrates:73.63g
24.54%
Net Carbohydrates:66.46g
24.17%
Sugar:13.03g
14.48%
Cholesterol:70.31mg
23.44%
Sodium:1379.68mg
59.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.8g
75.59%
Selenium:69.25µg
98.92%
Manganese:1.05mg
52.28%
Vitamin B3:10.35mg
51.74%
Zinc:7.5mg
49.99%
Phosphorus:450.69mg
45.07%
Vitamin B6:0.89mg
44.34%
Vitamin C:36.49mg
44.23%
Vitamin B12:2.54µg
42.34%
Potassium:1436.33mg
41.04%
Iron:6.42mg
35.66%
Copper:0.64mg
32.06%
Vitamin E:4.42mg
29.49%
Fiber:7.18g
28.71%
Magnesium:109.94mg
27.48%
Vitamin A:1260.37IU
25.21%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.5%
Vitamin B5:1.94mg
19.43%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.34%
Folate:49.41µg
12.35%
Vitamin K:9.63µg
9.17%
Calcium:70.65mg
7.06%
Source:Allrecipes