Homemade Hamburger Helper

Ingredients 6 items

• 1 lb ground beef (fresh or thawed)
• 2 cups elbow pasta or any small pasta, uncooked
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 3 tablespoons tomato sauce (or ketchup)
• 2 ½ cups water
• Optional: Garlic powder, Salt and pepper, Chili powder, Shredded cheese stirred in at the end

Equipment

• Large pot
• Knife and cutting board
• Stirring spoon

Allergens: Contains Gluten (pasta). Check mustard label for additional allergens.

Instructions

1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces, about 5–7 minutes. Drain off excess fat if there is a lot.
2. Add the diced onion and cook for 2 more minutes.
3. Pour in the water. Add the mustard and tomato sauce. Stir to combine.
4. Add the uncooked pasta. Season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chili powder if you have them. Stir everything together.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in shredded cheese right before serving if you have it.