Classic Beefaroni Recipe (Easy Weeknight Dinner)

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) elbow macaroni
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt, for the pasta water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lb (450 g) 85 percent lean ground beef
• 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can tomato sauce
• 3/4 cup (180 ml) low-sodium beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon sugar, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups (225 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, optional