Description
Homemade Hamburger Helper is a delightful and comforting one-pot meal that brings together savory ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a creamy cheese sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving hearty comfort food. Each bite delivers rich flavors and a satisfying texture that wraps you in warmth and nostalgia, making it an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in elbow macaroni and beef broth. Bring to a gentle boil, cover, and let simmer for about 7 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Reduce heat and stir in milk and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Mix thoroughly.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg