Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced (optional)
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup ketchup
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– 8 ounces elbow macaroni pasta
– 3 tablespoons butter
– 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 2 cups whole milk
– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and mustard powder to taste
– 4 large flour tortillas
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or blend)
– Butter or nonstick spray for grilling
Instructions
1-Cook 8 ounces of elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
2-In a saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter, whisk in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, and cook for 1 minute to make a roux.
3-Gradually add 2 cups of whole milk, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth; remove from heat.
4-Stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and seasonings like salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and mustard powder until fully melted.
5-Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce and set aside.
6-In a skillet, sautΓ© 1 medium diced onion and 1 diced red bell pepper (if using) in oil until soft.
7-Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook until browned, then drain any excess fat.
8-Mix in 3 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
9-Warm the 4 large flour tortillas briefly for flexibility.
10-Layer the mac and cheese, Sloppy Joe mixture, and 1 cup shredded cheese onto each tortilla.
11-Fold the sides and roll each one tightly.
12-Grill the wraps seam-side down in a skillet with butter or nonstick spray until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
13-Let them cool slightly, slice, and serve immediately.
Notes
π§ Allow cheese to come to room temperature before mixing for a smoother melt.
π§ Add a splash of pasta water to the cheese sauce to keep it silky.
π― Warm tortillas in a damp towel to prevent cracking during assembly and grilling.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling and Stove-top Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 810 kcal
- Fat: 39 g
- Carbohydrates: 71 g
- Protein: 39 g
