Homemade Cheeseburger Macaroni Hamburger Helper |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 12 Minutes |
Ready In: 17 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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We like Hamburger Helper but we don't like the MSG or other icky ingredients! You can prepare sauce packets ahead of time to save time. Increase/alter seasonings and/or cheese to suit your tastes! Ingredients:
1 lb 92% lean ground beef (or your preferred type) |
1 cup hot water |
2 cups milk |
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni |
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded, plus more for topping, if desired) |
1 tablespoon cornstarch |
2 teaspoons paprika |
1 teaspoon onion powder |
1 teaspoon garlic |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon sugar |
Directions:
1. Brown ground beef in a large skillet. Drain.
2. Add hot water, milk, pasta and sauce packet ingredients.
3. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer 12 minutes or until pasta is tender.
4. In the last few minutes of cook time, add cheese, stir and re-cover.
5. When pasta is tender and cheese is melted, remove heat and uncover.
6. Let stand about 5 minutes. Sauce will thicken as it stands.
7. Top with additional cheese if you like.
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