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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course kid friendly
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Ib ground beef
  • 1 small diced onion
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups dry elbow macaroni (or any small pasta)
  • 2 tbsps tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 -2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and onion. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in garlic, paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Cook 1 minute.
  • Pour in beef broth, milk, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
  • Stir in the uncooked pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and cook 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  • Turn off heat, add the shredded cheese, and stir until melted and creamy.
Keyword homemade hamburger helper