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Instructions
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add olive oil, onion and meatless ground. Cook until onions are translucent and meat is browned, about 7 to 10 minutes.
2
Add in tomato paste, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and pepper. Stir and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until well combined.
3
Pour in vegetable broth, stir and increase heat to bring to a boil. Once boiling, add in uncooked macaroni, stir and reduce heat to continue simmering for about 8 minutes*, or until macaroni is cooked.
4
Turn off heat, stir in shredded cheddar cheese and let sit for a few minutes to let everything come together. Spoon into bowls for serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bloom Your Spices in Oil 🌶️Toast the chili powder and garlic powder in olive oil for 30 seconds before adding the meatless ground beef to intensify their flavors and eliminate any raw spice taste.
- Cook Pasta Al Dente First 🍝Cook your elbow macaroni 1-2 minutes under the package time before combining with the sauce, as it will continue cooking and absorb liquid during the final simmer.
- Caramelize Onions Properly 🧅Cook diced onions on medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes until golden and slightly caramelized before adding other ingredients to build a deeper, sweeter flavor foundation.
- Deglaze with Broth Strategically 🥣After sautéing the meatless ground beef, add a splash of vegetable broth to the pan first to scrape up browned bits before adding the rest, concentrating savory depth.
- Finish with Cold Butter for Richness 🧈Stir in a tablespoon of cold butter at the very end just before serving to create a silky sauce and enhance cheese flavor without additional dairy.
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Low Sugar
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