The Bear-Inspired Gourmet Hamburger Helper Recipe
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
25 minutes
Servings:
5 Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ΒΌ small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 (6.6-ounce box) Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Macaroni
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
  • Parsley, for garnishing
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, as desired
Directions
  1. Add the ground beef and onion to a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often to break up the meat, and cook until the beef is browned and cooked through.
  2. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste until combined.
  4. Add the water, broth, and Hamburger Helper to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  5. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat to low; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente (about 8 minutes).
  7. Uncover and turn off the heat.
  8. Add the cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
  9. Stir in the heavy cream.
  10. In a separate skillet, melt the butter.
  11. Add the panko and cook over low heat, stirring often, until toasted.
  12. Pour the toasted panko over the pasta. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and freshly cracked pepper.
  13. Serve hot.