Here’s a classic, simple Macaroni and Tomatoes recipe — a comforting Southern-style dish. 🍅🍝
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 can (14–15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ small onion, finely chopped (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp sugar (optional, balances acidity)
- ½ cup water or chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni
- Boil macaroni in salted water according to package instructions.
- Drain and set aside.
- Cook the tomatoes
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until soft (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add tomatoes
- Stir in diced tomatoes with their juice and water or broth.
- Add salt, pepper, and sugar if using.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Combine
- Add the cooked macaroni to the tomato mixture.
- Stir well and simmer 3–5 minutes so the flavors blend.
- Serve warm
- Add a little extra butter on top if desired.
Tips
- Some people like adding crumbled bacon or ham for extra flavor.
- A sprinkle of cheddar cheese makes it creamier.
- If you want it richer, stir in a splash of cream or milk.
If you want, I can also show you:
- 🧀 Cheesy macaroni and tomatoes (the creamy version)
- 🥓 Southern macaroni and tomatoes with bacon
- 🍲 One-pot macaroni and tomatoes (super easy).
