Hamburger Helper Recipe
A hearty and cheesy one-pot Hamburger Helper, perfect for a quick and comforting meal, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Calories: 450kcal
Servings: 0
Equipment
- Soup Pot
- Wooden Spoon
- Grater
- Measuring Spoons
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 1 pound extra lean ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 2 heaping tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups freshly grated cheddar cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook ground beef and onions in a soup pot over medium-high heat until browned (7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in tomato paste, garlic powder, and chili powder.
- Add beef broth and bring to a boil. Add macaroni.
- Reduce heat to a rapid simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed (13-15 minutes).
- Grate cheese while pasta cooks.
- Remove pot from heat and stir in grated cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Let sit for a couple of minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 3mg