07/29/2026
Cheesy Cream Garlic Butter Beef Mac
One bite of this ultra-creamy beef mac and you’ll understand why nobody leaves leftovers behind. The rich garlic butter sauce wraps around every tender macaroni shell while the melted cheese stretches with every forkful. Juicy seasoned beef mixed into that silky creamy sauce makes this pure comfort food heaven. It’s warm, cheesy, buttery, and dangerously addictive for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Perfect when you need something fast, filling, and unbelievably satisfying.
Ingredients
2 cups elbow macaroni
1 lb ground beef
3 tbsp butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
① Boil the macaroni in salted water until tender, then drain and set aside.
② In a large skillet, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.
③ Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, then sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
④ Pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring well over medium heat until smooth and creamy.
⑤ Mix in mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan cheese until fully melted into a rich cheesy sauce.
⑥ Add the cooked macaroni into the skillet and toss everything together until coated in the creamy garlic butter sauce.
⑦ Sprinkle with black pepper and Italian seasoning, then serve hot with extra melted cheese on top.
Cooking Time
25 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Servings
4 servings
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 690
Protein: 35g
Carbs: 42g
Fat: 43g
