Instant Pot Cheeseburger Pasta / Homemade Hamburger Helper
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
3 mins
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Total Time
18 mins
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Servings
7 servings
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Calories
479 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Vegan
Instant Pot Cheeseburger Pasta / Homemade Hamburger Helper
Description
Instant Pot Cheeseburger Pasta blends ground beef sautéed with aromatics like shallots and garlic, along with diced carrot and mushrooms for added depth. After browning, canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, and dry elbow macaroni are layered without stirring and cooked under high pressure, resulting in tender pasta absorbing the savory cooking liquids. Frozen peas and fresh spinach added after pressure cooking lend a pop of color and freshness, while sharp cheddar cheese stirred in melts into a creamy sauce, delivering a comforting texture and a balanced mix of meaty and cheesy flavors.
The one-pot method simplifies cleanup and speeds preparation while providing a filling dinner option. The pasta is tender but not mushy, and the combination of vegetables adds nutritional interest and texture contrast. Chili flakes can be added for heat if desired, giving the dish a mild spicy kick.
This dish works well served as a main meal for weeknights or casual gatherings, pairing well with a simple green salad to lighten the richness. Leftovers reheat easily, making it convenient for future meals.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef lean
- 2 shallot diced (or 1 onion
- 6 cloves garlic sliced
- 1-2 carrot diced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 227 grams mushrooms
- 28 oz diced tomatoes with liquid, canned
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup peas frozen
- 8 oz spinach roughly chopped
- 1-2 cup cheese sharp cheddar or your choice
- chili flakes optional
Instructions
Instant Pot Instructions
- On sauté mode on your Instant Pot, lightly brown your beef before adding the shallots, garlic, carrot, mushroom, and salt/pepper to taste.
- Add in your can of deiced tomatoes with its liquid and 2 cups of beef broth. Give it a good stir before adding your dry pasta on top. Do not mix. Gently pat down the pasta to make sure your pasta is touching the liquid. Add half a cup of water on top if needed.
- Put on your lid and seal your Instant Pot. Set it to 3 minutes under high pressure.
- Once it's done, quick release and open the lid. Carve out a little bit of pasta on the side and pour in the frozen peas there. Give it a good stir before combining the spinach and cheese.
- Serve with chili flakes on top if you're looking for some heat.
Stove Top Instructions
- In a large pot on medium-high heat, add the olive oil and beef. Lightly brown the beef before adding the shallots, garlic, carrot, mushroom, and salt/pepper to taste.
- Add in your can of diced tomatoes with its liquid and 2 cups of beef broth (more if necessary). Give it a good stir before adding your dry pasta. Give it a stir and then cover for 10-15 minutes (remove the cover to stir occasionally).
- Once the pasta is cooked through, stir in the frozen peas, spinach, and cheese. Serve with or without chili flakes on top.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 7servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 479 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 7servings | |
| Calories | 479kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 600mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 1031mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 4945IU | 99% |
| Vitamin C | 30.5mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 223mg | 22% |
| Iron | 5.2mg | 29% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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