Description
Hamburger Helper is the ultimate comfort food, blending savory ground beef, creamy cheddar cheese, and tender pasta in under 30 minutes. This one-pot dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a deliciously nostalgic experience. With customizable ingredients like vegetables and spices, it’s not just a meal; it’s a warm hug in a bowl that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups medium shell pasta
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, bell peppers) (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the medium shell pasta and beef broth; bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Add onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg