Description
A comforting homemade hamburger helper recipe that is easy to prepare and perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is soft.
- Stir in the uncooked pasta, beef broth, and milk.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
- Simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted.
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken as a substitute for beef.
- For a healthier option, use whole grain pasta.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: homemade hamburger helper, easy dinner recipe, comfort food