Skillet Beef And Macaroni

By ruthguillo

Serve this hearty beef dish with crusty bread and a tossed salad for an easy and satisfying weekday meal.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces elbow macaroni
• 1/2 pound lean ground beef
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cup)
• 1 cup reduced-sodium tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoon hot Hungarian paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon dill seeds
• 1 cup nonfat sour cream

Preparation

Step 1

1. Prepare macaroni according to package directions, but do no add salt. Drain macaroni in a colander. Set aside.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef until browned, about 10 minutes. Drain off fat. Place beef on a paper towel-lined plate. Wipe out skillet.

3. In same skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion to skillet; cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 5 minutes. Return beef to skillet. Stir in macaroni, tomato sauce, paprika, salt, and dill seeds.

4. Cook stirring, for 8 minutes. Stir in sour cream. Cook stirring constantly, until heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.