Easy Homemade Hamburger Helper
This Easy Homemade Hamburger Helper is a creamy, cheesy, one-pot dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Made with simple pantry ingredients, ground beef, and elbow macaroni, it’s the perfect family-friendly comfort food. Skip the box and make this quick and satisfying weeknight meal from scratch!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1½ cups milk
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in beef broth, milk, tomato sauce, macaroni, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a spicy kick.
- For a creamier texture, stir in ¼ cup of sour cream or cream cheese at the end.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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