Beefaroni

Make a batch of homemade beefaroni with ground beef simmered in a thick, cheesy tomato sauce and mixed with tender pasta for a hearty comfort dish.

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes 1 can
• 2 cups beef broth or more if needed, up to 3 cups
• 8 ounces ziti or large elbow macaroni
• 2 ounces cream cheese
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese