Technique tip: Make sure you're using a skillet large enough to spread the meat out in an even layer so you can get a nice sear on the meat. If it's too crowded, it never gets those beautiful crispy bits. Swap option: Any ground protein would work here! As would most cheeses that...
Penne Pasta Recipe – One Pot Beef and Penne in a Red Wine Tomato Sauce You’re going to have some very happy tummies after you make this pasta recipe using ground beef. It's super quick and easy to whip up as well. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Photo Credit:thegardeningcook....
The biggest thing to remember is that a lot of the beef recipes are made with flavorful ingredients that will have everyone running for the table. I like to use sour cream as a topping or add some extra tomato sauce on top of my pasta bake. This is especially true if you’re making ...
Season the meat well. Season the meat with salt, pepper, and your favorite seasonings. Side Dishes for Hamburgers There are so many side dish ideas to serve with your favorite cheeseburger. Some of our favorites are french fries, pasta salads, and even a green salad recipe. Love these Rec...
I find so many recipes are bland but this recipe is amazing! I substituted potatoes for pasta and it made it almost a goulash. This is amazing. Thanks Reply Jen Thanks so much Tracey! You are probably the one person that likes to see more ingredients – haha – just my style! I’m...
Next time, I would mix the meat in with the potatoes, onions and mushrooms. It got crispy on top and not what I would have liked. It was definitely good on a cool night, but I would have to double the recipe as well for 3 1/2 (12 yr old) of us. I might add peas next ...
Sprinkled with freshly-grated Parmesan cheese, this was a quick weekday meal that I’d make again. Make sure you season the meat with salt and pepper (and maybe even some garlic powder) when you’re browning it. So, 8oz pasta, 1lb ground beef and ¾ cup each of red pesto and ...
8 servings Frequently asked questions What is the best way to season ground beef? Ground beef on its own may not elicit much excitement, but it's an excellent vehicle for delivering flavor by pairing it with any number of herbs, spices, and aromatics. For this recipe, we start by sautéin...
Variations of this recipe The great thing about this recipe is that it can be customized to your family’s taste. Change up the meat. Ground turkey or ground chicken can be used in place of beef. Change up the noodles. We use elbow macaroni but you can use what you have on hand, ro...
Elbow Macaroni Pasta, uncooked Cheddar Cheese How to make the best Hamburger Helper Cook the beef, onion, and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes until browned on all sides. Breaking the meat into smaller pieces will help ensure it cooks evenly. Add the ...