Mastering Homemade Hamburger Helper: Elevate Your Weeknight Meals with Flavorful DIY Recipes!
Discovering the joy of homemade Hamburger Helper recipes has transformed the way we enjoy quick and easy meals.
Gone are the days of relying on store-bought box mixes. By tweaking these recipes, we've created versions that far surpass their commercial counterparts. Perfectly portioned and conveniently stored in quart mason jars, these homemade Hamburger Helper recipes have become family favorites. In this article, we'll share our beloved recipes for Chili Tomato Mac, Beef Stroganoff, and Lasagna. Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinners with these mouthwatering creations!
Chili Tomato Mac Recipe:
Ingredients:
- - 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons dry milk
- - 1/3 cup cornstarch
- - 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon beef bouillon
- - 1 tablespoon minced onion
- - 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon thyme
- - 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon basil
- - 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- - 2 teaspoons parsley
- - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- - 2 tablespoons chili powder
- - 3 cups macaroni noodles
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To Prepare:
1. In a quart mason jar, combine all the dry ingredients to create the Chili Tomato Mac Mix.
2. When ready to cook, brown the ground beef in a pot with a lid and drain any excess grease.
3. Add the Chili Tomato Mac Mix, chopped tomatoes, and water to the pot with the ground beef.
4. Simmer covered for about 20 minutes, stirring often, until the macaroni is tender.
Beef Stroganoff Recipe:
Ingredients:
- - 2/3 cup dry milk
- - 1 tablespoon powdered sour cream
- - 2 teaspoons onion powder
- - 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- - 1 teaspoon pepper
- - 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- - 1/8 teaspoon basil
- - 1/8 teaspoon oregano
- - 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- - 3 tablespoons brown gravy mix
- - 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- - 3 cups noodles
To Prepare:
1. In a quart mason jar, combine all the dry ingredients to create the Beef Stroganoff Mix.
2. When ready to cook, brown the ground beef in a pot with a lid and drain any excess grease.
3. Add water and the contents of the jar to the pot with the ground beef. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken to your desired consistency.
Lasagna Recipe:
Ingredients:
- - 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons dry milk
- - 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- - 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
- - 1/4 teaspoon basil
- - 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- - 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- - 1 teaspoon parsley
- - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- - 1/4 cup minced onion
- - 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- - 3 cups noodles
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To Prepare:
1. In a quart mason jar, combine all the dry ingredients to create the Lasagna Mix.
2. When ready to cook, brown the ground beef in a pot with a lid and drain any excess grease.
3. Add the Lasagna Mix, tomato sauce, and water to the pot with the ground beef. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently.
5. When the noodles are done, turn off the heat and top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Cover and allow the cheese to melt.
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With these homemade Hamburger Helper recipes, you can elevate your busy days with delicious and satisfying meals.
From the zesty Chili Tomato Mac to the comforting Beef Stroganoff and the classic Lasagna, these recipes offer the perfect balance of convenience and flavor. Store them in quart mason jars for easy access and ensure a delightful dining experience. Embrace the joy of homemade goodness and bid farewell to store-bought mixes. Try out these recipes and savor the homemade Hamburger Helper creations that will impress your family and friends alike.
Comments
I would love to try the Chili Mac, BUT I can't find the amount of ground beef, tomatoes or water. And what is the yield? (number of servings)
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3 cups of macaroni doubles the yield after cooking, and you are a cook so you add ingredients to taste. Unless this is all you are eating then it should feed 4 people.
DeleteI found these jar recipes originally on a website called Razzle Dazzle Recipes. The directions and complete ingredient lists are there.
DeleteI am Cathy, not Anonymous. I just blocked you. You must think you are superior to everyone else that just wants to share and/or improve their skills. I don't need to waste my time on your obsession
DeleteI would say 1 pound of your choice ground meat (chicken and turkey is good, too) for the default recipe. I know the box says 2/3 cup of water and 2 1/4 cups of milk for standard recipe. I have this memorized, it's my favorite HH box. Also the Velveeta version is delish!
DeleteBut I guess we order the powdered sour cream online or can use the stuff in the cup or tube from the store? My little boy loves sour cream on everything.
Can you list the measurements for added ingredients when cooking? Like how much water, chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned) and sauce. Thanks so much
ReplyDeleteSame as the box mixes 354ml can tomatoes 1lb ground beef 2-3/4 cups water I believe is the list, but just look it up on google it will tell you.
DeletePlease add the amount of water, tomatoes, etc. to prepare these meals. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteAmount of water
ReplyDeleteI don't use the boxedeals,but love this idea,how much water do you use..TIA
ReplyDeleteWhat is the amount of water and other ingredients when you cook these please?
ReplyDeleteIs this actually a psychological experiment to find out how many people will ask the same question about water? Clearly either no one is reading these comments or they are just laughing at our frustration.
ReplyDeleteLaughing, because if you ever have cooked then you always cook to your taste, defiantly psych test here
DeleteFunny to most, but some are new at cooking and want to get it right. AND yes, they could just read the reply to other comments. But it also costs nothing to be kind.
DeleteAfter adding whatever canned or fresh add enough water to cover pasta then simmer
ReplyDeleteWater isn’t a “too taste” ingredient. It is a basic ingredient that should have been included in the recipe, but the author is being obstinate.
DeleteLike everyone else, how much water do you use for cooking?
ReplyDeleteHow much water?
ReplyDeleteYeah, need a bit more instruction on amounts of stuff besides what's in the jar (dry mix and pasta). Not everyone is an experienced cook.
ReplyDelete2 and 3/4 cups of water, perhaps....See Hamburger Helper box that calls for 2 1/4 cups of milk and 1/2 cup of hot water
ReplyDeleteI was thinking about 2 1/2 to 3 cups of water. At least enough to just covers the pasta, if it's to dry add lil more to your satisfaction
DeleteThat would better for the beef stroganoff
DeleteI would suggest that you put the amounts needed or even suggested instead of telling people the same as the box says because that is telling people they need to go to the store and either write down the directions from a box or buy the box so they have all the directions!
DeleteWhen cooking in my Instant Pot I use 1 cup water for each cup of pasta. I would add another cup for the 1 t. bouillon, so I will try using 4 cups water for this.
ReplyDeleteHow was it in the IP?
DeleteIn place of tomatoe sauce, why not use tomatoe powder? Then tomatoes can be added to person liking.
ReplyDeleteDo you use an 8 oz can or 15 oz can of tomato sauce?
ReplyDelete10 ounce can of tomato sauce
DeleteI've made it and used the quart jar to measure. Filled the jar a little over 3/4 full and added a big can of tomatoes with juice. It turned out perfectly.
ReplyDeleteAs a general rule of "no drain" pasta, you use double the water of the weight of pasta. So for 12 oz of pasta, use 24 oz of water (3 cups).
ReplyDeletefor the lasagna option: how much tomato sauce?
ReplyDelete10 ounce can
DeleteExperienced cook or not, adding to taste or not, It helps to have ALL the ingredients listed so as not to be surprised with missing ingredients when actually cooking the recipe. I mean, tomatoes and tomato sauce can be kept on hand, but shredded mozzerella cheese, not so much. And what's lasagna without dripping mozz?
ReplyDeleteLasagna calls for tomato sauce, not referenced anywhere????
ReplyDeleteWhen you say 1/2 cup of mix, what is the mix?
ReplyDeleteIt’s the top recipe
ReplyDeleteWow, I needed and enjoyed the water banter. You are all the best.
ReplyDeleteCan you just add the noodles to the jar and seal it ?
ReplyDeleteYou are to vague in your recipes, I'll look for them elsewhere
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