Hamburger Helper

My mom used to make Hamburger Helper from the box and I loved it when I was younger! Honestly the ingredients are probably trash so finding a way to make hamburger helper without all of the seed oils, dyes, and additives was a huge win!

This recipe comes together in 30 min and one pan. We love a "quick to cook and quick to clean up" meal!

Hamburger Helper

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 bell pepper (optional), chopped

• 1/2 onion, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp italian seasoning

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp ground mustard (optional)

• 2 3/4 C (11 oz) dry macaroni (or any other pasta)

• 1 3/4 C milk

• 1 1/2 C beef broth

• 1 1/2 C marinara sauce

• 1 1/2 C shredded mozzarella cheese (divide into 1 C and 1/2 C for topping)

  
  

Instructions

1. Prep bell pepper (chop), onion (chop), garlic (mince)

2. Heat large pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, bell pepper (if using), and onion and cook for about 5 min or until beef is browned and pepper/onions are softened.

3. Add garlic, salt, italian seasoning, paprika, and ground mustard and cook for 1-2 min.

4. Add uncooked pasta, mlik, broth, and marinara sauce and bring to a simmer then reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Cook for 12-15 min, stirring often, until the pasta is al dente or desired texture.

5. Add in 1 C shredded cheese and stir. Sprinkle the 1/2 C of cheese on top and let sit for 5 minutes so that the cheese melts before serving.