Homemade Hamburger Helper Meal (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
01 -
1 lb ground beef
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup onion, diced
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1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
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2 cups beef broth
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp dried basil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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8 oz can tomato sauce
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1 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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8 oz pasta of choice (e.g., farfalle)
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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4 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large skillet with a lid, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Remove the beef from the pan, reserving 2 tablespoons of grease in the skillet.
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Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in the all-purpose flour, cooking for 1 minute. Gradually pour in the beef broth, stirring frequently, and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Pour in the tomato sauce and add the dried oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
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Add the pasta to the skillet, cover with the lid, and cook for 12-15 minutes until the pasta is tender. Stir occasionally and add additional beef broth if needed.
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Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and cubed Velveeta. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Add the cooked ground beef back into the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy.