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One Pot Homemade Hamburger Helper

This one pot homemade hamburger helper is cheesy and easy to prepare!
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth (or 1 1/2 cups of water with 2 bouillon cubes)
  • 2 cups uncooked macaroni (or other small pasta shapes)
  • 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, brown the ground beef/turkey, onion and spices.  Drain grease.  
  • Add milk, broth, tomato sauce and macaroni.  Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat.  
  • Cook for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.