This recipe for Healthier Homemade One Pot Hamburger Helper is a delicious and nutritious twist on a childhood favorite, made from scratch with wholesome ingredients.
Author:Laura
Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:30 mins
Yield:6 servings
Category:Main Dish
Method:One-Pot
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Hamburger Helper:
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 lb short-cut pasta
1 zucchini, grated (about 1 cup grated)
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 ½ cups milk (use what you drink)
1 ½ – 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tbsp ketchup
For Serving:
Fresh parsley, for serving
Instructions
Cook the Beef: In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook olive oil, onion, and beef with salt and pepper until browned. Add chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder, cook for another minute.
Add Ingredients: Add pasta and zucchini, then pour in broth and milk. Stir in ketchup and season with salt.
Cook: Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5-8 minutes until pasta is al dente.
Finish: Stir in cheese and cook until creamy. Serve topped with parsley.
Notes
You can customize this recipe by adding more vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.