15-30 min4-6 servingsadditional shredded cheese for garnish

Homemade Hamburger Helper

By Chop Secrets

4-6 servings

15-30 min

Easy

Recipe Details

Course: Dinner

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 5 min

Cook Time: 20 min

Total Time: 15-30 min

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook, Sauté

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp garlic powder
2 cups beef broth
16 oz elbow macaroni
1 cup half and half
10 ounce Cheddar cheese
3 ounce American cheese
2 cups fresh spinach
2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp pepper
Additional shredded cheese for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
Add ground beef, onion powder and garlic powder to the Instant Pot. Cook and stir until no pink remains.
Press Cancel Pour in pasta and broth, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 4 minutes.
When the time is up, quick-release the remaining pressure.
Stir in half and half, then stir in the cheese, a little at a time, until melted. Season with kosher salt and pepper.
Just before serving, fold in chopped spinach, if using. Top with additional cheese for garnish, if desired.

Notes

*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

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Chop Secrets is a culinary platform that focuses on recipe development, offering a wide variety of accessible and time-saving meal ideas. The site is a go-to destination for home cooks looking for delicious recipes that are simple to follow. Known for its collaborations with Instant Pot, Chop Secrets has produced over 250 recipe videos, providing users with step-by-step guides to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. With a range of recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts, Chop Secrets helps both beginners and seasoned cooks explore the versatility of their kitchen tools. The platform also offers a popular Instant Pot Master Class, which teaches essential techniques for mastering this appliance through cook-along lessons and printable resources, helping people create flavorful meals with minimal effort.

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