Taco-Mex Homemade Hamburger Helper (One Pot Wonder)
I made a homemade version of Cheeseburger Hamburger Helper that was not only easy, it had much better ingredients than what you find in a box. I loved that the recipe was super easy and I made it all in one pan! So, I decided to modify the recipe by spicing it up with Taco Seasoning, chopped veggies and melted cheese. It turned out great! My son said it tasted like my enchiladas. I thought it tasted similar to a taco pie. Either way, this is easy and is going to be part of a regular rotation-- especially on a busy work night!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil you can substitute olive or vegetable oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper chopped
- 2 cups corn frozen is fine
- 1 small can sliced black olives (optional)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 4-ounce can diced mild green chiles
- 4 tablespoons taco seasoning about 1 packet
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 3/4 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cups dried elbow macaroni pasta can substitute whole wheat if desired
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded (medium or sharp, your choice)
- 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded (you could use Pepper Jack)
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef until no pink remains.
- Add the onions and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.Add the corn, green chilis and olives (if using) and combine well.
- Stir in the tomato paste, olives, corn, taco seasoning and flour.
- Pour in the milk and broth and stir.
- Stir in the macaroni.
- Bring to a boil then reduce to medium-low, cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes or until the macaroni is done. (For al dente check after 9 minutes.)
- Stir in the cheeses until melted.
- Serve immediately garnished with some chopped fresh cilantro and sour cream if desired.
- Reheats well.