# Cheesy Hamburger Helper

A cheesy hamburger helper recipe made in a cast iron skillet.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 15 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Sauce & Condiment
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 chopped onion
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 2.5 cups uncooked macaroni noodles
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 1.5 cup milk
- 1.5 cup beef broth
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp cayenne
- 1 tsp parsley
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder

## Instructions

1. Cook ground beef and onion in a cast iron skillet over medium heat until done.
2. Add minced garlic, oregano, cayenne, parsley, paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic powder; stir until fragrant.
3. Add uncooked macaroni noodles, tomato sauce, milk, and beef broth; stir until combined.
4. Cover and let cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring the bottom frequently, until the pasta is done and the sauce is thick.
5. Turn off the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese completely.
6. Top with mozzarella cheese and cover with a lid for a couple of minutes until the cheese melts.

## Equipment

- cast iron skillet
- wooden spoon
- glass measuring cup
- measuring spoons

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1295544071667928
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/6f528816-d6d5-4a4f-bf2c-28d47c362aaa
- Extracted: 2025-03-23

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