Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe
Ditch the preservatives and artificial flavorings, deliciously. Hamburger Helper is just as easy, but much more amazing homemade.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- Kosher salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 1/4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup elbow macaroni uncooked
- 1 3/4 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- Chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onions are translucent.
- Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, ground mustard, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth and add the uncooked elbow macaroni. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 12-15 minutes. If the broth is absorbed but the pasta isn't ready, add more broth and cook a few minutes longer.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped chives.
Nutrition
Calories: 526kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 45gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 845mgFiber: 2g
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