Hamburger Help Me Meal Recipe

Name: Hamburger Help Me Meal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced; kosher salt; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 12 lbs ground chuck; 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; fresh ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups drained canned diced tomatoes; ¾ cup chicken stock; 1 lb elbow macaroni; 12 lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated; ¼ cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
kosher salt
1 garlic clove, minced
1 12 lbs ground chuck
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups drained canned diced tomatoes
¾ cup chicken stock
1 lb elbow macaroni
12 lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated
¼ cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Saute the onion over medium heat until tender and season with salt.
3
Add the garlic and cook for a minute longer.
4
Add the beef, oregano, and cayenne.
5
Season generously with salt and pepper.
6
Brown the beef and stir to break it up into smaller pieces.
7
Drain the fat from the pan and discard.
8
Sprinkle the flour over the beef and stir until well mixed.
9
Stir in the tomatoes and stock.
10
Raise the heat to medium high and bring to a boil.
11
Simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes.
12
Wile the beef simmer, add the macaroni and 1 teaspoon salt to the boiling water.
13
Cook a minute less than directed on the packaging and drain well.
14
Stir the macaroni and half the cheese into the beef mixture.
15
If it looks too thick add in a bit more stock.
16
Divide among serving bowls and top with parsley and the remaining cheese.

5659

kcal

Calories

452

Fat

Carbs

358

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced, kosher salt, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Hamburger Help Me Meal 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!

Hamburger Help Me Meal

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