Whip up this one-skillet wonder in just 25 minutes! Ground beef, elbow pasta, and a cheddar cheese sauce come together to create a family favorite. Perfect for those busy nights when you need something tasty and satisfying on the table fast. Whether you have picky eaters or just crave some cheesy comfort, this Homemade Hamburger Helper is sure to please everyone!
Ingredients
- 1 pound extra lean ground beef (96% Lean/4% Fat)
- 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons beef bouillon
- 2 3/4 cups water
- 9 ounces elbow macaroni noodles (approx 2 ½ cups)
- 2 cups lowfat shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup skim milk
Servings: 1 1/2 cup servings
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Instructions
- In a large deep skillet with a lid, cook the ground beef and onion on medium-high heat until ground beef until it’s no longer pink and it has reached 155-degree Fahrenheit.
- Add onion powder, garlic powder, beef bouillon, pepper, tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce into the ground beef and stir until it’s combined well.
- Add the water and elbow noodles. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, cover the pan with the lid, and reduce heat to medium-low. Let it cook for 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is cooked. Remove from heat.
- Add shredded cheese, yogurt, and milk. Stir until combined. Serve immediately.
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