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    Homemade Hamburger Helper Beef Pasta

    Published: May 7, 2018 · Modified: Mar 31, 2022 by Kim This post may contain affiliate links. 5 Comments

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    Homemade Hamburger Helper Beef Pasta made in one pot and can be made in a hurry! So delicious and best of all, YOU know what ingredients you are feeding your family. This supper recipe only has four ingredients.

    Hamburger helper beef pasta in a frying pan with a spoon.

    Easy, simple recipes are all the rage right now in my house. Suppers are on the run but I so much want to eat meals as a family. This Homemade Hamburger Helper Beef Pasta is made in ONE POT, 4 ingredients and best of all, it's not from a box.

    Well, I guess a pasta box is involved, but stick with me here. This copycat beef pasta recipe will quickly become a busy night favorite.

    Ingredients

    • Hamburger
    • Pasta
    • Beef Broth
    • Brown gravy mix

    The pasta can be any shape, though I feel the best is the Rotini pasta. I think it holds its shape well in this dish.

    Don't let that stop you from making this hamburger recipe if you don't have Rotini pasta. Any pasta will work.

    To make this easy and simple supper recipe with ground beef and pasta, you simply need a pot (I like using ones like this for my one pot meals) and the four ingredients.

    Of course, every meal needs a great dessert, so these M&M Cupcakes would be delightful to add to the meal. Just sayin'.

    One pan instructions

    hamburger helper beef pasta in a frying pan with a silver spoon.

    Take ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Drain the grease. Be sure not to skip that step or the dish will be too greasy.

    Cooking the entire recipe in the pan is great on saving on dishes, however, drain the grease.

    Next, add beef broth and bring to a boil. Be sure to not add the pasta until the beef broth is boiling. You don't want mushy pasta.

    Pasta tips and tricks

    After you add the pasta, you need to reduce the heat from high to medium. The liquid will start to simmer. There is no need to cover the pan, though be sure to stir often.

    Why?

    Stirring often will keep the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pan and help to incorporate the broth over all the pasta.

    The pasta will soften and liquid will thicken when you add the gravy packet. The gravy packet also adds such a great flavor.

    FAQ

    Do I need to add spices to the hamburger?

    If you want to add salt and pepper, you certainly can. However, the gravy packet and beef broth adds plenty of sodium and flavoring without really needing to add any more. Of course, that is completely up to your tastes.

    What about leftovers?

    If you have any leftovers, you can put them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 36 hours.

    That's it! All you need is four ingredients and about 20-30 minutes. If the hamburger is already in your freezer, which I strongly recommend having already made hamburger in the freezer, then it will take even less time. Enjoy!

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    Homemade Hamburger Helper Beef Pasta

    Homemade Hamburger Helper Beef Pasta is simple to make and only 4 ingredients. 
    Course Supper
    Cuisine American
    Keyword hamburger helper, One Pot Meal
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 364kcal
    Author Kim Strawn
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    Ingredients

    • 1 lb pasta Rotini preferred
    • 1 lb hamburger seasoned with 2 teaspoon pepper, if desired
    • .87 oz brown gravy mix
    • 4 cups beef broth

    Instructions

    • Brown hamburger, drain grease
    • Add beef broth, bring to a boil
    • Add pasta, stirring occasionally
    • When pasta is tender, stir in gravy mix. (The liquid will have reduced.)
    • Cook for 5 more minutes
    • Serve

    Nutrition

    Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 505mg | Potassium: 344mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg
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    1. Terri

      July 04, 2023 at 5:02 pm

      Made this today. Tastes just like boxed variety BEFORE they changed the recipe to add milk. My family likes this version much better. Would suggest saving a cup of the broth to stir the gravy mix in pot before adding to pan.

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    2. Jimmy

      December 11, 2021 at 8:45 pm

      5 stars
      This turned out great and it's easy to make. Threw in some fresh mushrooms, which only made it better.

      Reply
      • Kim

        December 13, 2021 at 9:42 am

        Mushrooms is a great idea! I would do that myself but my family isn't a fan. :-) Thank you for leaving a comment!

        Reply
    3. Courtney D.

      August 16, 2018 at 5:54 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! I’ve prepared this just as the recipe calls for a few times now. And there’s never a bite left over! My family loves it.

      Reply
      • Kim

        August 20, 2018 at 1:02 pm

        Oh, I am so glad to hear that! Thank you! :-)

        Reply

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