Homemade Hamburger Helper: A Weeknight Winner!
This Homemade Hamburger Helper is a quick, comforting, and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender ground beef, perfectly cooked pasta, and a creamy, cheesy sauce make this a family favorite. Best of all, it’s free of preservatives and tastes infinitely better than the boxed version!
What You’ll Need:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (or other short pasta)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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