Description
If you’re looking for a quick and comforting meal, this Homemade Hamburger Helper is the answer! In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this cheesy, one-pot dish that features tender pasta enveloped in a rich tomato and cheese sauce paired with savory ground beef. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to make but also customizable—add your favorite veggies or pasta shapes to suit everyone’s tastes. With its creamy texture and hearty flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 1 pound lean ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 8 oz small pasta shells
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Italian seasoning
- garlic powder
- smoked paprika
- seasoned salt
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat and set aside.
- Sauté diced onion until soft; add minced garlic for the last 30 seconds.
- Stir in flour; gradually add broth and bring to a boil.
- Mix in tomato sauce, seasonings, and pasta. Cover and simmer until pasta is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheese; return beef to the pan. Heat through before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg