Cheesy Hamburger Helper

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp garlic (minced)
• 2.5 cup pasta (uncooked, such as macaroni)
• 3 cup beef broth
• 8 oz tomato sauce (1 can)
• 2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 0.33 cup milk

Steps

1. 1

   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add 1 lb of ground beef and the chopped onion to the skillet. Brown the meat until fully cooked through.

3. 3

   Season the meat mixture with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.

4. 4

   Drain any extra grease from the skillet.

5. 5

   Add the minced garlic, 2 1/2 cups of uncooked pasta, 3 cups of beef broth, and the 8 oz can of tomato sauce to the skillet.

6. 6

   Bring the mixture to a quick boil, then immediately turn the heat down to low.

7. 7

   Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for about 10-15 minutes. Stir once or twice during this time to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom.

8. 8

   Once the pasta is tender and cooked through, add the 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/3 cup of milk.

9. 9

   Stir everything together well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. Serve immediately.

Notes

A commenter suggested adding Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor. Ensure you use a large enough skillet to accommodate the liquid and pasta expansion.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• dinner
• one-pan
• ground beef
• pasta
• easy
• weeknight
• budget-friendly