{"id":"c8bb12ee-8f77-43e6-9b87-b300aef7d69e","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/c8bb12ee-8f77-43e6-9b87-b300aef7d69e","source_url":"https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/one-pot-hamburger-helper/","title":"Healthier Homemade One Pot Hamburger Helper","description":"Swapping out the boxed stuff and making this childhood special...but homemade and healthier!","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT20M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Healthier-Homemade-One-Pot-Hamburger-Helper-1.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil","item":"extra virgin olive oil","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 pound lean ground beef","item":"lean ground beef","quantity":1,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"1 medium yellow onion, chopped","item":"medium yellow onion","quantity":1,"preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"kosher salt and black pepper","item":"kosher salt and black pepper"},{"text":"1 teaspoon chili powder","item":"chili powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon paprika","item":"paprika","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon garlic powder","item":"garlic powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 pound short cut pasta","item":"short cut pasta","quantity":1,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"1 zucchini, grated ((about 1 cup grated))","item":"zucchini","quantity":1,"preparation":"grated ((about 1 cup grated))"},{"text":"2 cups low sodium beef broth","item":"low sodium beef broth","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 1/2 cups milk ((use what you drink))","item":"milk ((use what you drink))","quantity":1.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 1/2-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese","item":"shredded cheddar cheese","quantity":1.5,"quantity_max":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tablespoon ketchup","item":"ketchup","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"fresh parsley, for serving","item":"fresh parsley, for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a large pot set over medium hight heat, add the olive oil, onion and beef. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until brown all over, breaking up the meat as you go, about 10 minutes. Stir in the chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder, cook another minute"},{"number":2,"text":"Add the pasta and zucchini and toss to coat, then pour in the broth and milk. Add the ketchup and stir to combine. Season with salt"},{"number":3,"text":"Bring to a gentle boil over medium high heat. Simmer 5-8 minutes until the pasta is al dente, stirring often"},{"number":4,"text":"Stir in the cheese and cook another few minutes until very creamy"},{"number":5,"text":"Divide the pasta among bowls and top with fresh parsley. Enjoy"}],"date_published":"2026-10-31T01:35:27.2406+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-31T01:35:27.2406+00:00"}