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Homemade Cheeseburger Helper
Homemade Cheeseburger Helper is the healthier, homemade version of boxed Hamburger Helper.
Servings 5
Calories 510kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup hot water
- 2 cups milk any kind
- 1-1/2 cups dry elbow macaroni or other small pasta
- 1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet with high sides and a lid over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef then brown, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain the beef if necessary then return it to the skillet.
- To the skillet add the cornstarch, seasonings, hot water, milk, and pasta then stir to combine and bring the liquid to a simmer - NOT a boil. Place a lid on top, turn the heat down to medium/medium-low, then gently simmer until the pasta is al dente, 8-10 minutes, stirring a couple of times.
- Turn off the heat then add the cheese and stir until smooth and creamy. Let the dish cool for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened, then serve.
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Nutrition
Calories: 510kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 753mg | Potassium: 526mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 821IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 302mg | Iron: 3mg