Deluxe Cheesy Tomato Hamburger Helper Skillet

Name: Deluxe Cheesy Tomato Hamburger Helper Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb bacon, slices; 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef; 1 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (to taste) (optional); 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste); 2 teaspoons seasoning salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 (28 ounce) stewed tomatoes, undrained; 1 (10 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted; 1 (220 g) box Hamburger Helper mix for beef pasta (use Cheesburger-Macaroni flavor); 1/2 cup water, if needed (or more) (optional); 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (more for sprinkling)

Servings: persons

1/2 lb bacon, slices
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (to taste) (optional)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 (28 ounce) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 (10 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 (220 g) box Hamburger Helper mix for beef pasta (use Cheesburger-Macaroni flavor)
1/2 cup water, if needed (or more) (optional)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (more for sprinkling)

1
Chop the bacon into small pieces then fry in a large skillet until crisp; remove to a plate (you can drain fat but leave some in the skillet).
2
To the skillet add in ground beef with onions and bell pepper; cook unto no longer pink, drain fat.
3
Add in garlic and dried chili flakes (if using) and cook the beef over medium heat until browned (this might take about 15 minutes).
4
Season with seasoned salt and black pepper.
5
Return the chopped cooked bacon back to the skillet, then add in the stewed tomatoes with juice, undiluted tomato soup; mix and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
6
Add in only the seasoning pouch (you will boil the macaroni separately) mix and simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
7
If you prefer a thinner sauce then add in water and simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
8
Boil the macaroni pasta in a separate pot then add/mix into the sauce mixture after the 40 minutes of cooking.
9
Season with more black pepper if desired, then mix in grated cheddar cheese until melted.
10
Ladle in bowls then sprinkle more cheddar cheese on top.
11
Delicious!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb bacon, slices, 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef, 1 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (to taste) (optional), 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Deluxe Cheesy Tomato Hamburger Helper Skillet falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!