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Healthier Homemade One Pot Hamburger Helper Recipe

Healthier Homemade One Pot Hamburger Helper Recipe

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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.

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 ½2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp ketchup

For Serving:

  • Fresh parsley, for serving

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. Add Ingredients: Add pasta and zucchini, then pour in broth and milk. Stir in ketchup and season with salt.
  3. Cook: Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5-8 minutes until pasta is al dente.
  4. 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.

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