Homemade Classic Hamburger Helper
This homemade version of the one-skillet classic that started with a box and a pound of ground beef is made vegetarian. Cheesy noodles and meatless veggie ground make for an easy weeknight dinner that's equal parts nostalgic and comforting.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound meatless ground
- ½ medium onion diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add olive oil, onion and meatless ground. Cook until onions are translucent and meat is browned, about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Add in tomato paste, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and pepper. Stir and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until well combined.
- Pour in vegetable broth, stir and increase heat to bring to a boil. Once boiling, add in uncooked macaroni, stir and reduce heat to continue simmering for about 8 minutes*, or until macaroni is cooked.
- Turn off heat, stir in shredded cheddar cheese and let sit for a few minutes to let everything come together. Spoon into bowls for serving.
Notes
*Read the package directions for your macaroni to determine the appropriate cooking time for that step.