Homemade Hamburger Helper
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Homemade Hamburger Helper
Description
Homemade Hamburger Helper centers on ground beef sautéed with diced onion and garlic until browned and fragrant. Cooking in the same pot, ketchup and yellow mustard add a touch of tang, blending with the coarse salt and black pepper to season the meat evenly. Uncooked elbow macaroni is then combined with chicken broth, allowing it to simmer covered until tender and infused with the savory beef flavors.
Once the pasta is cooked, stirring in evaporated milk and shredded cheddar cheese creates a creamy, cheesy finish that binds the ingredients together with smooth richness. The mixture is gently heated until the cheese melts into the sauce, resulting in a cohesive, comforting dish with a tender yet slightly firm pasta texture and savory beef undertones.
This dish is versatile as a simple weeknight dinner that can be served on its own or alongside green vegetables or a light salad. It’s filling enough to satisfy but uncomplicated in flavor, making it approachable for cooks seeking comfort food with easily accessible ingredients and straightforward preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef , 85/15
- 1/2 yellow onion , diced
- 1 clove garlic , minced
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 2 cups elbow macaroni , uncooked
- 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese , shredded
Instructions
- To a large pot add the ground beef and onion, breaking it apart as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes, until browned.
- Add garlic and stir, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the ketchup, mustard, salt and pepper, macaroni, and broth to the pan. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, until macaroni is cooked through and tender.
- Stir in evaporated milk and cheese until melted.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 562 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 562kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 1272mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 534mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 495IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 407mg | 41% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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