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hamburger helper

Cheesy Hamburger Helper


Description

Making hamburger helper doesn’t get much easier than this. In just one pot, you can have a classic comfort food dish on the table in no time. Hamburger helper is always a hit with kids and adults alike, so this is the perfect meal for a busy night. Plus, cleanup is a breeze!


Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef

1/2 medium onion, diced

1/2 red pepper, diced

1 tsp minced garlic

2 pinches red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

15 oz. can tomato sauce

1 cups unsweetened almond milk

4 cups organic low sodium beef broth

3 cups dry whole wheat penne

1 cup shredded cheese


Instructions

In a large dutch oven, or a pot, cook ground beef, onion, garlic and red pepper and drain off the liquid.

Add seasonings, beef broth, almond milk, tomato sauce and pasta to the pot, stir to combine.

Cover and reduce heat and cook until pasta is al dente and has absorbed the liquid ,about 10-12 minutes.

Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted through.

Notes

Dairy free:  Use dairy free cheddar cheese

Ingredient swap:  Instead of beef, use ground turkey or chicken 

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
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