Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe

Name: Homemade Hamburger Helper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 medium onion, diced; 1/2 red pepper, diced; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 1/2 tsp minced garlic; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp italian seasoning; 1 cube frozen spinach (or about 1 cup fresh, chopped fine); 1 3/4 cup milk; 1 3/4 cup beef broth; 2 1/2 cup macaroni; 1 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1 1/2 cup shredded cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
1/2 medium onion, diced
1/2 red pepper, diced
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp salt
1 tsp italian seasoning
1 cube frozen spinach (or about 1 cup fresh, chopped fine)
1 3/4 cup milk
1 3/4 cup beef broth
2 1/2 cup macaroni
1 1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 1/2 cup shredded cheese

1
To a large pot, add beef, onion, red pepper, pepper flakes, garlic, salt, italian seasoning, and spinach.
2
Cook over medium-high heat until beef is browned.
3
Add in milk, broth, macaroni, and tomato sauce and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce to medium-low and cover with lid.
5
Cook 12-15 minutes or until noodles are done, stirring occasionally to make sure it doesn't burn.
6
Stir in 1 cup cheese.
7
Sprinkle remaining on top and serve.
8
Enjoy!

569

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 lb ground beef, 1/2 medium onion, diced, 1/2 red pepper, diced, 1 pinch red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Homemade Hamburger Helper 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.

Homemade Hamburger Helper

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