BEEFY MAC AND CHEESE | Homemade Hamburger Helper

Beefy Mac & Cheese is one pot meal and it’s one that the kiddos will love! It’s like a homemade hamburger helper! It has ground beef and macaroni noodles in a flavorful cheesy sauce. So simple yet so satisfying!

Beefy Mac & Cheese

Ingredients
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 lbs ground beef
1/2 onion
1 1/2 cups water
2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups dry macaroni noodles
1 1/2 - 2 cups shredded cheese

Directions
Combine smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and cornstarch together in a bowl.
Heat oil in a pan over medium high heat and cook ground beef. Cook until cooked through about 3-4 minutes.
Add onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add water and 1 3/4 cups of milk. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
Stir in macaroni noodles. Lower heat to medium low, cover and cook until pasta is tender, about 9-11 minutes.
Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup milk. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese. Add more salt and pepper if needed.

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ONE POT MAC AND CHEESE
https://youtu.be/6t81y9gjhrQ?si=vI28TRPbC9UAjvmD
GROUND BEEF STROGANOFF
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