Hamburger helper may not be what you’ll find on the menu of really… any restaurants but that doesn’t mean it’s not totally addicting when done right! It takes me back to my childhood, when my mom needed to throw something together that would have all our bowls clean by the time we were done feasting. Even just seeing its smiling little box in the grocery store tugs at my heart strings, so I decided today to take some inspiration from this quick dinner helper!
Hamburger Helper Made Right
We’re going to pack this dish with some interesting flavor, nothing you’ll find in a packet of pre-seasoning! We’re also going to pack it full of creamy ingredients, lots of melty cheese, and of course some fresh chopped parsley – got to get your greens in. Believe me after this recipe you’ll never look at boxed meals the same way again. So let’s get cooking!
Ingredients In Three Cheese Hamburger Helper
Beef – Ground up and quick to cook! Be sure to drain the fat if you use regular ground beef, otherwise lean will do just fine. You can also use ground chicken and turkey to lean out the dish. Sauces – Some sweet ketchup, mustard, and zippy hot sauce will be our sauce base. Seasoning – Onion powder, salt and pepper are all we need in this area. Garlic – Use as much or little as you like. Pasta – Any will do but I prefer a smaller shaped noodle like elbow or shells. Broth – I used low sodium beef broth to make sure that beef flavor carries through into every bite, but chicken will work just as fine if that’s what you have. Sour cream – Well add this right near the end for a creamy sauce with tang. Cheese – Cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey jack. Oh yeah we’re going there with 3 cheeses. Parsley – Fresh and chopped up fine for a bright garnish.
How To Make Three Cheese Hamburger Helper
Storing Leftovers
This dish is also delicious the next day, just be sure to store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 – 4 days. You can freeze this recipe too, it’ll stay fresh for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
Why This Dish Works – One Pot 30 Minutes
This is one of those dishes that my cookbook is all about. Fast meals, delicious, comforting, all in one pot and in 30 minutes or less!
Less cleanup! Tons of flavour! Lots of cheesy goodness! A dish your family will love! Ingredients you likely already have in your fridge and pantry!
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