Homemade hamburger helper

Ingredients

  • 1 pound (500g) lean ground beef or ground veg alternative

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • pinch to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 1/2 cups (355ml) milk

  • 1 1/2 cups (355ml) beef broth

  • 2 cups (260g) elbow macaroni, uncooked

  • 1 (8oz) (227g) can tomato sauce

  • 2 cups (225g) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the ground beef, onion, paprika, parsley, garlic powder, cayenne powder, salt and pepper. If using a ground beef with a higher fat content add in the seasonings after draining the grease.

  2. Stir in the milk, broth, macaroni and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

  3. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.

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