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Homemade Hamburger Helper Pasta

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Cheesy ground beef pasta with tomato, herbs, and a creamy finish for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 450 g ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 80 g onion, diced
  • 80 g red bell pepper, diced
  • 480 ml beef broth
  • 227 g tomato sauce
  • 120 ml heavy cream
  • 8 g all-purpose flour
  • 225 g pasta (such as farfalle)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 170 g shredded cheddar cheese
  • 115 g processed cheese (such as Velveeta), cubed

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet with lid over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking apart with a spatula, until fully browned. Remove beef from pan, reserving 2 tablespoons of rendered fat.
  2. Add diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet with reserved fat. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in all-purpose flour and stir constantly for 1 minute to form a roux.
  5. Gradually pour in beef broth while stirring, scraping the pan to loosen any browned bits, and bring to a boil.
  6. Add tomato sauce, oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Add pasta and stir to combine.
  7. Cover skillet with lid and cook for 12–15 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente. Add additional beef broth as needed to prevent sticking.
  8. Pour in heavy cream, then add shredded cheddar and cubed processed cheese. Stir until cheeses are fully incorporated and sauce is creamy.
  9. Return cooked ground beef to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring gently, then serve immediately.

Notes

For best texture, use a pasta shape that retains sauce well, such as farfalle or rotini.
Allow cheeses to fully melt for a smooth, velvety sauce.

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