Description
This isn’t just dinner—it’s a nostalgic trip to your favorite burger joint, all in one pot. Juicy ground beef, melty cheese, ketchup-mustard zing, and even pickles join forces with tender pasta for a comfort dish the whole crew will fight over. One bite, and you’ll see why “burger night” might just need a rebrand.
Ingredients
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2 tsp sunflower oil
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1.1 lb (500g) lean ground beef
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1 onion, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, crushed
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2 green bell peppers, sliced
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3¼ cups (750ml) beef stock
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6 tbsp ketchup
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3 tbsp yellow mustard
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3 tsp paprika (smoked for depth!)
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3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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9 oz (250g) dried pasta (elbows or shells)
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2 oz (50g) chopped dill pickles
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Optional: shredded cheddar or American cheese for topping
Instructions
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Brown the Beef: In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high. Cook beef until browned, 5–7 mins.
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Add Veggies: Stir in onion, garlic, and peppers. Sauté 5 mins until softened.
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Build the Sauce: Add stock, ketchup, mustard, paprika, and Worcestershire. Stir well, then taste and adjust.
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Cook the Pasta: Add pasta, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 12–15 mins, stirring every 5 mins.
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Finish: Off heat, stir in chopped pickles and a splash of pickle juice (optional). Let sit 2 mins. Top with cheese and serve!
Notes
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Add bacon or jalapeños for extra kick.
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Stir in spinach or corn for a veggie boost.
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Use turkey or lentils for a lighter version.
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Let pickles rest off-heat for max crunch!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 460 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 30g