Easy Manwich Pasta Recipe that the Whole Family will Love for Super Easy Dinner! You prepare this ONE POT Meal in about 20 minutes. Also easy on the food budget.
Manwich Pasta with Manwich Sauce in One Pot – A Super Yummy 5 Ingredient Meal
Tonight’s dinner is something simple and tasty thanks to our favorite Barilla pasta and a simple can of Manwich sauce.
Manwich pasta is cooked in a rich tomato Manwich sauce and then followed up with some melted cheese. It’s a great meal to get on the table quickly and won’t break the weekly budget. It’s like a big yummy sloppy joe but with warm rotini pasta.
This easy dinner only has 5 ingredients and takes about 20 minutes to prepare using just one skillet! This would be a great dinner for a beginner cook or for any busy Mom pressed for time.
Simple Ingredients Needed for This Yummy Manwich Pasta –
- Lean Ground Beef
- Yellow Onion
- Can of Manwich Sauce
- Beef Broth
- Barilla Pronto Roti Pasta
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Quick, easy and delicious pasta cooked in Manwich sauce.
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced fine
- 1 24 oz. can Manwich
- 1 14.5 oz. can beef broth
- 1 12 oz. box Barilla Pronto Rotini Pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
- salt & pepper
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Using a large skillet, brown ground beef and onions until beef is cooked through.
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Lightly salt and pepper beef while browning.
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Stir Manwich sauce into the ground beef.
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Stir in the beef broth and mix well.
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Turn the heat to medium high and add the rotini pasta.
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Stir well to make sure all the pasta is coated.
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Simmer for 7-10 minutes, stirring often.
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Sprinkle with cheese if desired.
Quick and Delicious 5 Ingredient Dinner for any Night of the Week! Simple One Pot Meal – Manwich Pasta!
If you keep a few cans of Manwich sauce and a box of pasta in your pantry, you will always have an easy meal to prepare for a quick family dinner.
What is Manwich Sauce?
Manwich is a brand of pre-made sauce used as a condiment, primarily for sandwiches. It’s a sweet and tangy tomato-based sauce that’s made with a blend of spices and seasonings. It’s commonly used as a topping for sloppy joes, a type of sandwich made with ground beef and sauce served on a hamburger bun. Manwich sauce is available in several varieties, including Original, Bold, and Thick & Chunky. The sauce can also be used as a base for other recipes such as tasty casseroles and meatloaf.
What is Barilla Pronto Roti Pasta
Barilla Pronto Roti Pasta is a type of pasta manufactured by the Italian food company Barilla. It’s a versatile pasta that’s designed to cook quickly and easily, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights or quick meals. The Roti variety is a rotini shape, which are short, twisted noodles with a ridged surface that can hold onto sauces.
What sets Barilla Pronto Roti Pasta apart from traditional pasta is that it’s designed to be cooked without boiling water. Instead, you simply add the pasta to a pan with a little bit of oil and water, and it cooks in about 10 minutes. This makes it a convenient and time-saving option for those who want to make a quick and easy pasta dish.
Barilla Pronto Roti Pasta is made with 100% durum wheat semolina, which gives it a firm texture and the ability to hold onto sauces. It’s also gluten-free, making it a suitable option for those with gluten sensitivities.
What Pasta Works Best for this Manwich Recipe?
We have cooked this recipe many times and we love using Barilla Rotini Pasta. If you can find it in the grocery store, look for the organic version. You could also easily substitute Penne pasta as well.
What to Serve with Your Easy Manwich Pasta
Side of Buttered Green Peas
Healthy Tossed Salad
Arugula Mixed Green Salad
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