Homemade Hamburger Helper: Indulgent Comfort Food Made Easy
Enjoy a delicious homemade version of the classic Hamburger Helper, combining rich flavors and easy preparation.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Add the elbow macaroni, beef broth, and milk to the skillet.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and cover, simmering for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat, stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add diced vegetables like bell peppers or peas for added nutrition.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding some diced jalapenos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Homemade Hamburger Helper, comfort food, easy recipe