Homemade Hamburger Helper
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
402 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Hamburger Helper
Description
Homemade Hamburger Helper starts with browning lean ground beef and seasoning it with ketchup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. The uncooked macaroni is added along with chicken broth, and the mixture is simmered, covered, until the pasta is cooked through and tender. Incorporating sour cream adds creaminess and smoothness to the dish before folding in shredded cheddar cheese, which melts into a rich, cheesy finish. The texture is soft with tender pasta coated in a flavorful sauce from the seasoned beef and cheese.
This dish works well as a standalone meal, providing a filling combination of protein and starch. Its creamy texture and cheesy taste suit family dinners or casual meals, easily pleasing to a variety of palates. It can be served hot straight from the skillet and offers a practical way to make a comforting meal with basic pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cup macaroni uncooked
- 32 ounces chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Crumble the ground beef into a large skillet and cook over medium heat until completely browned. Drain off the excess grease and return the meat to the pan.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the ketchup, seasonings, uncooked macaroni noodles, and broth.
- Cover the pan with a lid and simmer for 12-15 minutes, just until macaroni is cooked through.
- Stir in the sour cream, then add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir well until combined. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 402 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 402kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 1071mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 514IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 316mg | 32% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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