
“Macaroni, beef, onions, tomatoes, avocado oil, spices, sugar, flour, milk, beef broth, cheddar cheese”Īnd that’s including the out-of-box ingredients of beef, milk and broth. Now compare that with our ingredient list: “Enriched Macaroni (wheat flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), Corn Starch, Salt, Enriched Flour (wheat flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), Sugar, Ricotta Cheese* (whey, milkfat, lactic acid, salt), Tomato*, Monosodium Glutamate, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Modified Corn Starch, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Paprika, Spice, Color (yellow lakes 5 & 6, yellows 5 & 6), Mono and Diglycerides, Cheddar Cheese* (milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Yeast Extract, Enzyme Modified Blue Cheese (milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Cream, Whey, Enzyme Modified Cheddar Cheese (milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), Butter Oil, Nonfat Milk, Blue Cheese* (milk, salt, cheese cultures, enzymes), Sodium Caseinate, Silicon Dioxide (anticaking agent), Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Calcium Caseinate, Enzymes.*Dried”

Like this ingredient list below from Hamburger Helper’s Cheeseburger Macaroni – you don’t have to worry about any of those items I’ve emphasized in bold: So here is a version of it you can eat and enjoy without any worry about of the nasty ingredients that typically accompany pre-prepared foods. I specifically recollect those moments of eating Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Macaroni and Tuna Casserole. But on those rare occasions we certainly enjoyed those quick, less-than-healthy meals. And I’m grateful for a mom who took the time to cook healthy, wholesome meals for her family. I grew up in health-conscious home where things like Hamburger Helper were only served on very rare occasions. Sometimes it’s those simple comforts that hit the spot best. We’re confident you’ll love it as much as we do! This homemade cheeseburger macaroni recipe is made with whole, clean ingredients, tastes better than the boxed stuff and is ready in 20 minutes! It’s both a family favorite and a favorite among our readers.
HAMBURGER HELPER CHEESEBURGER MACARONI COOKED MAC
So next time you’re looking for an easy dinner idea, give this Cheeseburger Mac a try! You won’t be disappointed.Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print Recipe And cleanup is a breeze because everything cooks in one pot.

This One Pot Homemade version of Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Macaroni is an easy weeknight dinner for busy families! It’s quick, easy, and delicious – everything you need in a 20 minute dinner recipe. For example, shells or penne will take longer to cook than elbow noodles. Q: Can I make this recipe with a different type of noodle?Ī: Yes! You can use any type of noodle in this recipe, however, you may need to adjust the cook time depending on the noodle you use. Simply substitute the ground beef for ground turkey. Q: Can I make this recipe with ground turkey?Ī: Yes! This recipe can easily be made with ground turkey. You can also reheat in the microwave, but be careful not to overcook the noodles. Q: What’s the best way to reheat this recipe?Ī: The best way to reheat this recipe is on the stovetop over low heat. When you are ready to eat, thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop. Store in a freezer-safe container or bag. Simply store in an airtight container in the fridge until you are ready to reheat and serve.Ī: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.Ī: Yes! This recipe can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Frequently Asked QuestionsĪ: Yes! This recipe can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Need it to be done even faster? Cook the ground beef and onions ahead of time (even the night before) and store in the fridge until you are ready to make the macaroni. Simply use a larger skillet and double all of the ingredients.

If you are feeding a larger family, this recipe can easily be doubled.
