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Homemade Hamburger Helper With Spaghetti Noodles

Are you tired of the same old boxed hamburger helper? Why not try making your own homemade version with spaghetti noodles! This recipe is not only easy to make, but it’s also delicious and customizable to your liking. Plus, with only a few ingredients, it won’t break the bank. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

Spaghetti Noodles
To make this homemade hamburger helper with spaghetti noodles, you will need:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 8 oz spaghetti noodles
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

Ground Beef
1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat.

Onion
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Italian Seasoning
3. Stir in the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Beef Broth
4. Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.

Spaghetti Noodles
5. Break the spaghetti noodles in half and add them to the skillet. Stir until the noodles are coated in the sauce. Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked to your liking.

Cheddar Cheese
6. Once the noodles are cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.

Your homemade hamburger helper with spaghetti noodles is now ready to serve! This recipe makes about 6 servings, so it’s perfect for a family dinner or meal prep for the week.

Tips and Variations

If you want to switch up this recipe, here are a few ideas:

  • Use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
  • Add in some chopped bell peppers or mushrooms for extra veggies.
  • Spice it up with some red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
  • Use different types of pasta, like penne or rotini.
  • Swap out the cheddar cheese for another type of cheese, like mozzarella or pepper jack.

Now that you know how to make homemade hamburger helper with spaghetti noodles, you’ll never have to rely on those boxed versions again. This recipe is easy, delicious, and customizable to your liking. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

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