Homemade Hamburger Helper One Pot

This Homemade Hamburger is a one-pot dinner. It’s healthier and tastes just as good, if not better than the box version. As a kid growing up Hamburger Helper was one of my favorite meals. My mom made it for us at least once a week. 

Hamburger Helper is one of those meals that bring back all the nostalgia. If you grew up in the 90’s you know what I am talking about. This Homemade Hamburger Helper recipe is a healthier version. Yes, I do make things that are sometimes not as healthy. I still make boxed food for my kids. However, I do try to use better ingredients and make things homemade when I can. This recipe seriously doesn’t take any longer to make than the one that comes in a box.

SOME OF THE INGREDIENTS AND TIPS:

• Ground Beef: You can use organic meat or all-natural lean ground meat. I usually use 93% lean and 7% fat.

• Cheese: I do use a lot of bagged shredded cheese, but I highly recommend using a block of fresh cheddar cheese and grating it yourself. It melts and tastes so much better than bagged cheese. However, if this is not possible, use the bagged pre-shredded cheese. I have used both.

• Beef Broth: The beef broth adds a ton of flavor. I recommend using the low-sodium broth. You could also substitute with vegetable broth, chicken broth, or water.

• Elbow Noodles: I use elbow noodles, but you could use any style. Elbow noodles are the most common in Hamburger Helper. If you want a healthier option you could use whole wheat noodles or even chickpea pasta.

This easy one-pot dish is a recipe that will bring your family together. It is a quick homemade dinner that is great for busy nights. It also makes great leftovers.

I shared a reel on my Instagram and Facebook making this recipe. I also share daily in my stories.