Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, (diced)
• 2 cloves garlic, (chopped)
• 1 pound (80/20) ground beef
• Kosher salt, (as needed)
• Freshly ground black pepper, (as needed)
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 3 1/2 cups beef stock
• 1/2 pound pipe rigate or elbow pasta
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons diced chives, (divided)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil and heat through. Add the onion and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, about 6 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to sauté until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.

2. 2

   Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until the meat is browned, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Stir in the tomato paste and chili powder.

4. 4

   Add the beef stock and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes (the cooking time may differ depending on the pasta shape).

5. 5

   Remove from heat and stir in the cream, Cheddar cheese and half the chives, stirring until the cheese has melted.

6. 6

   Ladle into bowls and serve topped with the remaining chives.