Always have a busy schedule? Hamburger Helper is the way to go. They come in different flavors and are easily accessible, but oftentimes they contain a small amount of pasta, which can be disappointing. So, why not make them at home instead? If you think about it, a box just contains a mixture of seasonings and pasta, right? Tales From An Empty Nest has shared three homemade hamburger helper recipes that you can easily make at home. They’re affordable, delicious, and customizable.
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In the video below, she shows how to make lasagna, cheeseburger macaroni, and stroganoff hamburger helper. I have tried all of them and they all turned out delicious! Each jar is equivalent to 1 box, so it can serve four to six people. Give these recipes a try; I bet you’d make them again and again.
Lasagna Hamburger Helper Recipe
- ½ cup of powdered milk
- 2 tablespoons of corn starch
- 1 ½ tomato bouillon
- ¼ teaspoon of basil
- 1/8 teaspoon of thyme
- ¼ teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of parsley
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- ¼ cup of minced onion
- ¼ cup of grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cups of mini bowtie pasta
When cooking:
- 1 lb of ground beef
- four cups of water
- 8 oz of tomato sauce
- 1 ½ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
Whisk all the ingredients in a bowl, except for the pasta. Transfer into a 32 oz jar, then add the pasta. Seal and place in cabinet.
To cook, brown the ground beef and break it into pieces then add four cups of water. Add everything in the jar, followed by the tomato sauce. Mix, cover, and let it come to a boil. Remove the lid, then simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Add the shredded cheese and let it melt.
Cheeseburger Macaroni Hamburger Helper Recipe
- 1/3 cup of powdered milk
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of pepper
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of parsley
- ¼ cup of minced onion
- 2 cups of elbow noodles
When cooking:
- 1 lb of ground beef
- 4 cups of water
- 2 cups of shredded cheese
Instructions:
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl except for the pasta, then transfer into a 32 oz jar. Add the elbow noodles and seal.
To cook, brown ground beef and break it into pieces. Add the water and everything from the jar. Let it come to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat, place the lid, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Once the pasta is cooked, add the shredded cheese and mix it well. Let it sit for a few minutes until the cheese is melted.
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