How to Make Chef Boyardee Beefaroni Better? 7 Ideas
Chef Boyardee Beefaroni is a classic dish that everyone seems to love. It’s affordable, filling, and easy to make. It was one of the first meals many people learned how to cook, and they still enjoy it today. Still, it’s not the most exciting meal in the world. I didn’t think it was possible to make Chef Boyardee Beefaroni any better for a while, but then I discovered a few tricks that have made all the difference. Now, I can’t get enough of this dish. So, let’s take a look at how to make Chef Boyardee Beefaroni Better.
To improve Chef Boyardee Beefaroni, you can add more fresh ground beef, spices, or herbs, add some onion, garlic, or tomato sauce, top the dish with some shredded cheese and Parmesan before baking it, or add some interesting toppings.
If you’re looking for an easy, cheap, and satisfying meal, then Chef Boyardee Beefaroni would be a great choice, along with any of the following suggestions to make your meal more delicious.
Add More Fresh Ground Beef
If you want to take your Chef Boyardee Beefaroni from bland to dynamite, one of the best things you can do is add more fresh ground beef. I’m talking about doubling or even tripling the amount that the recipe calls for.
Sure, it might not be the most health-conscious thing to do, but if you’re looking for flavor, this is definitely the way to go. The extra beef will make the sauce richer and more flavorful; plus, who doesn’t love a good meaty pasta dish?
If you’re worried about the dish being too greasy, just make sure to drain the beef well before adding it to the sauce. And if you really want to go all out, you can even brown the meat beforehand.
Spice It Up With Herbs and Spices
Since I began adding herbs and spices to this classic dish a few years ago, I have fallen in love with it all over again. The possibilities are numerous, from adding a bit more salt and pepper to enhancing the dish with fresh basil, rosemary, or Italian seasoning. The great thing is you can add whatever herbs and spices you like and switch them each time you prepare this tasty pasta dish.
The results have been excellent. My Beefaroni now has more flavor and depth than ever before. Plus, it’s still just as filling and comforting as ever. If you’re looking for a way to make your Beefaroni even better, I highly recommend giving this a try.
Use Saucy Ways to Improve Your Beefaroni
The great thing about Chef Boyardee Beefaroni is that it’s a blank canvas, just waiting for you to add your own spin. With a little bit of creativity, you can turn this bland dish into something dynamite.
One way to do this is by adding some sauce. Whether it’s marinara, Alfredo, or BBQ, a little bit of extra sauce can elevate Beefaroni to new levels.
Add Creative Toppings for Extra Flavor
Whatever dish you want to improve, you can usually get creative with your toppings. Here are a few ideas to get you started with Chef Boyardee Beefaroni:
- Sautéed mushrooms
- Caramelized onions
- Roasted red peppers
- Green olives
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Chopped fresh parsley or basil
These are just a few ideas to get you started. The possibilities are really endless. So get creative and see what you can come up with. I guarantee it will be better than the plain ol’ Beefaroni straight from the can.
To add some crunch to your Beefaroni, you can also top it with some chopped-up veggies like celery or carrots or add in some chopped-up nuts, like almonds or pistachios. If you want something a little more substantial, you could try croutons or even some chopped-up bacon.
Make It Super Cheesy
While you can’t go wrong with adding more cheese, I would urge you to also experiment with different kinds of cheese. I’ve found that a mix of sharp cheddar and Parmesan adds an excellent depth of flavor. If you want to get really crazy, you could even try blue cheese or goat cheese. Just be warned that the latter two options will definitely change the dish’s flavor profile.
The cheese you choose should be nicely shredded so that it melts evenly. Once you add the cheese, you want to stir the Beefaroni so that everything is evenly mixed and then pop it into the microwave for about 60 seconds, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Add Garlic
If you really want to take your Chef Boyardee Beefaroni up a notch, add some garlic. I’m not talking about a clove or two, I’m talking about a whole head of garlic.
I know, that sounds like a lot. But trust me, it makes a world of difference. The garlic adds so much flavor and depth to the dish and takes it from bland to dynamite.
So how do you do it? Well, first things first: you need to mince the garlic. I like to use a food processor because it speeds up the process and makes the garlic nice and fine. But you can always mince it by hand if you don’t have one.
Once the garlic is minced, add it to the Beefaroni, give it a good stir, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes so the flavors can really meld together. And that’s it!
Turn the Beefaroni into a Casserole
This trick will make your Beefaroni come alive. Dump your pasta and sauce into an oven-safe dish, top with some shredded cheese and chopped-up favorite toppings, then bake at 350°F (180°C) until everything is hot and bubbly.
Remember that you might need to scale up the recipe a bit when adding extras so there’s enough to go around.
