
extra-virgin olive oil
medium yellow onion, chopped
cloves garlic, minced
ground beef
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
tomato paste
low-sodium beef broth
(15-oz.) can tomato sauce
(15-oz.) can diced tomatoes
Italian seasoning
paprika
elbow macaroni, uncooked
shredded cheddar
Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, about 6 minutes. Drain fat and return to pan. Season with salt and pepper. Add tomato paste and stir to coat, then pour in broth, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes. Season with Italian seasoning and paprika, and stir in macaroni. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in cheese and remove from heat. Garnish with parsley before serving.