From Scratch/Homemade "Hamburger Helper" Cheesy Mac & Cheese Burger

My husband and kids love this! To make it Veg'n you just need to add a meat alternative. Super quick and easy to make. I had all the spices, milk already on hand, meat in freezer. 

From Scratch/Homemade "Hamburger Helper" Cheesy Mac & Cheese Burger

Prep Time: 2 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 20 minutes

Yield: Makes 4-6 Servings

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 2 1/2 cups milk

• 1 1/2 cups hot water

• 2 cups macaroni (I use Trader Joe's Elbow Noodles)

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• 2 teaspoons garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon sugar

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 3/4 teaspoon paprika

• 1 tablespoon chili powder /caynenne pepper *Optional (I don't use it)

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, brown until cooked thoroughly. Drain any fat. Add the pasta, milk, water and spices and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and turn the heat down to simmer. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is Al Dente. Add the cheese and stir to combine. Serve immediately.

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