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Homemade Hamburger Helper

A quick and easy one-pan meal that combines pasta, ground beef, and cheese for a hearty dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  3. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in garlic powder and onion powder.
  5. Add pasta, diced tomatoes, and water.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  7. Cover and cook until pasta is tender (about 10-15 minutes).
  8. Stir in cheese until melted and creamy.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve warm.

Notes

Pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread. Add extra toppings like chopped parsley or more cheese if desired.

  • Author: aymane-mouraigmail-com-2
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Hamburger Helper, easy dinner, one-pan meal, pasta, ground beef