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A cozy kitchen scene with a steaming pot of cheesy hamburger macaroni on a stove. The pot's creamy sauce is bubbling gently, with bright orange cheddar cheese melted over tender elbow macaroni and juicy ground beef scattered throughout. A wooden spoon rests in the pot, ready to serve, and a bowl of fresh parsley adds a pop of green to the warm, inviting scene. In the background, a loaf of crusty bread and a pitcher of iced tea complete the image of a cozy family dinner. The title text "One Pot Easy Cheesy Hamburger Macaroni" is overlaid in a soft feminine country font.

One Pot Easy Cheesy Hamburger Macaroni (Homemade Hamburger Helper)

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this one-pot hamburger macaroni is a quick and easy Lazy Night Dinner your whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups milk whole or 2%
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion, cooking until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  • Stir in the minced garlic, tomato paste, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the beef broth and milk, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • Stir in the uncooked macaroni and cover the skillet with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Keyword Ground Beef Casserole Recipes, Lazy Night Dinner, Recipes Hamburger