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One Pot Cheesy Hamburger Helper Dupe
Instructions
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In a large pan over medium heat, add ground beef and break apart while cooking. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
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Once browned, remove beef and set aside. In the same pan, add butter and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
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Return cooked beef to the pan. Stir in tomato paste and tomato sauce.
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Pour in beef broth, milk, and heavy cream. Stir and re-season with the same spices.
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Add pasta and bring everything to a simmer. Ensure pasta is fully submerged—add more milk if needed.
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Simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
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Lower heat and stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy.
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If sauce is too thick, add more milk. If too thin, add more cheese. Serve hot.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Cheese Melting Magic 🧀Remove the pot from heat before adding cheese to prevent breaking and ensure a smooth, creamy texture that coats the pasta perfectly.
- Pasta Hydration Hack 💧Use a combination of beef broth and milk for maximum flavor absorption and to prevent the pasta from sticking or becoming dry during cooking.
- Flavor Layering Technique 🥄Bloom the spices (onion powder, garlic powder, paprika) in butter before adding ground beef to intensify their aromatic compounds and develop deeper flavor.
- Meat Browning Pro Tip 🍳Avoid overcrowding the pan when browning ground beef; cook in batches if necessary to achieve a proper golden-brown crust and prevent steaming.
- Cream Stability Secret 🥛Temper the heavy cream by adding a small amount of the hot liquid to it first, then slowly incorporate to prevent curdling and ensure a silky smooth sauce.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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