Gluten Free Hamburger Helper
This one skillet gluten free hamburger helper is so cheesy and delicious! You'll be craving this on cold days and busy weeknights!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 674kcal
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or pan
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Mixing Spoon
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil or butter or other cooking fat
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 large onion chopped
- 5 cloves garlic diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 16 oz. gluten free pasta
- 1 8 oz. can of tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. pepper
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning or oregano
- ¼ tsp. chili pepper
- ¼ tsp. paprika
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook.
- When the beef is halfway done, add in the onion and garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add in the broth, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and spices. Mix thoroughly.
- Add the pasta and mix. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to just below medium to a simmer and put the lid on. Cook for 10-12 minutes stirring occasionally or until the pasta is finished.
- Shut the heat and add the cheese. Mix thoroughly and enjoy!
Notes
- Salt the pasta cooking water: This starts building flavor from the start.
- Make it healthier: Add some peppers or carrots with the garlic and onion, or add spinach or greens along with the cheese.
- Spice options: Swap the spices for adobo or your favorite seasonings for variety.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 674kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 1546mg | Potassium: 360mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 512IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 303mg | Iron: 3mg
