Classic Cheeseburger Macaroni
Classic Cheeseburger Macaroni is a hearty, one-pot American comfort food that combines ground beef, macaroni pasta, and a creamy cheese sauce. It's essentially a deconstructed cheeseburger in pasta form, often made with simple pantry staples like cheddar, tomatoes, and onions. This dish is a staple of home cooking and casual diners across the United States.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in both carbohydrates from the pasta and fat from the cheese and beef, providing a substantial source of energy and protein. A standard serving can range from 400 to 600 calories, with significant amounts of calcium from the cheese and iron from the beef.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg |
| Calcium | 200 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4 mg |
| Folate | 50 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a beloved example of 'Hamburger Helper' style meals that rose to prominence in the 1970s as a convenient, budget-friendly family dinner. Nutritionally, it's a complete meal in a bowl, offering a balance of all three macronutrients, though it's often enjoyed as an occasional indulgence rather than a daily staple.
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