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HOMEMADE HAMBURGER HELPER

This homemade Hamburger Helper is a hit with the kids. I can still make a yummy quick dinner without the processed hamburger helper that comes in a box! You can use any fun shaped pasta you have. You can also add any veggies you want to make this dish even better!
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 box 16oz pasta (any kind)
  • 1 lb Ground hamburger meat
  • 1 small Onion
  • 1 Tbsp Garlic
  • 2 cups Beef broth
  • 2 Tbsp Tomato paste
  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp Salt (or more to taste)
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 Tbsp Parsley (optional for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions
  2. In a large fry pan or saute pan, brown the hamburger meat along with the chopped onion until the meat is no longer pink.
  3. Add in minced garlic and cook for a few minutes or until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in the beef broth, tomato paste, worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
  5. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Pour in the shredded cheddar cheese and mix.
  7. Add the drained pasta to your pan and mix well. Garnish with parsley. Enjoy!

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