CROCKPOT Hamburger Helper Made Easy!

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while processed cheese is often cheaper.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain excess fat from the skillet.

Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in pasta, beef broth, and tomato sauce; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until pasta is tender, about 10-12 minutes.

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Add milk and cheese; stir until melted and creamy.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

If desired, mix in chopped bell pepper, carrots, and peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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