Irresistible Honey Pepper Beef Mac and Cheese: A Flavor Explosion in Every Bite
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Learn how to make delicious Honey Pepper Beef Mac and Cheese. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
8 ounces elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup beef broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for extra spice)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Begin by cooking the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the beef broth, soy sauce, honey, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce has slightly thickened.
In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt to taste.
Combine the cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, and honey pepper beef mixture in a large bowl or the skillet, mixing until well incorporated.
