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Easy Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe – Creamy One-Pot Comfort Meal

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Homemade Hamburger Helper is a comforting one-pot meal that brings the rich flavors of creamy cheese and savory ground beef together with tender pasta, all in just 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef (or turkey)
  • 1 large yellow onion (diced)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 8 oz small pasta shells
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large sauté pan, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat; set aside and reserve grease.
  2. Sauté diced onion in the same pan until soft, then add minced garlic.
  3. Sprinkle flour into the pan, stir for a minute, then gradually add beef broth and bring to boil.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, seasonings, and pasta; cover and simmer until pasta is tender.
  5. Mix in heavy cream and cheese until melted; return cooked beef to the pan and heat through.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef or turkey for a healthier version.
  • Adjust cheese and cream to taste for creaminess.
  • Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: One-Pot Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 680 mg
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 42
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 28
  • Cholesterol: 90