Homemade Hamburger Helper

• servings: 4 servings
• total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef

⅔ cup diced yellow onion (about 1 medium)

2 cups milk

1 ¼ cup chicken broth

1 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon pepper

1 ¾ cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)

Directions

In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, garlic powder, sugar, salt, paprika, and pepper. Set aside.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef and onion, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat.

Add milk, broth, and elbow macaroni to the beef. Stir the cornstarch and spice mixture. Bring to a boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat, and let simmer, covered, for 9-12 minutes or until the pasta is cooked through. Stir the mixture occasionally and, if needed, add more broth or water.

Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted. Serve hot.