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Homemade Hamburger Helper

A quick and easy recipe for a homemade Hamburger Helper, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 1 cup Elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 0.5 cup Milk
  • 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  • Add macaroni, beef broth, and milk to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until macaroni is cooked through.
  • Stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce or a tablespoon of tomato paste to the ground beef while it's browning.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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