Easy Homemade Hamburger Helper (One Pot Meal!)

5 from 7 votes

Easy Homemade Hamburger Helper (One Pot Meal!)

Craving a cozy, cheesy dinner that brings back all the nostalgic vibes, but made with ingredients you can actually feel good about? This homemade hamburger helper comes together in one skillet, sneaks in veggies the kids won’t even notice, and is ready in about 30 minutes. It's one of my go-to weeknight dinners when things feel a little chaotic and everyone’s hungry now.

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Total Time30

Servings: servings

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion chopped
1 lb lean ground beef
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp tomato paste
OPTIONAL: 1 carrot grated
OPTIONAL: 1 zucchini grated
3 cups bone broth or beef broth
8 oz short pasta I used gluten free
2 cups cheddar cheese freshly grated

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat.
1 tbsp olive oil
Add onion, ground beef, salt, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Cook stirring breaking up the meat, until mostly browned - about 7-9 minutes.
1 medium onion, 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Add tomato paste, carrot, and zucchini, and stir for 1 minute.
2 tbsp tomato paste, OPTIONAL: 1 carrot, OPTIONAL: 1 zucchini
Add the broth, then bring a boil. Add the pasta and reduce the heat to gentle boil, then cook uncovered for about 9-10 minutes until the pasta is soft. Stir occasionally. If the liquid evaporates too quickly, you can add a bit more broth or water.
3 cups bone broth, 8 oz short pasta
Lower the heat and stir in cheese. Cook a few more minutes until creamy.
2 cups cheddar cheese
Taste to add more salt or pepper, if needed. Enjoy warm.

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Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on low heat on the stovetop.

To freeze, let the pasta cool completely. Then, store in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating.

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