Homemade Hamburger Helper

By: Chop Secrets

Homemade Hamburger Helper
cuisine icon Cuisine
Modern
cuisine icon Course
Dinner
cuisine icon Difficulty
Easy
cuisine icon Duration
15-30 min
cuisine icon Cooking Technique
Pressure Cook, Sauté
cuisine icon Keywords
15-30 min, 4-6 servings, additional shredded cheese for garnish, american cheese, beef broth, beef recipe, cheddar cheese, contributed, cook 20 min, dinner, easy, elbow macaroni, fresh spinach, garlic powder, ground beef, half and half, hamburger, hamburger helper, hamburger recipe, instant pot beef recipes, instant pot recipe, kosher salt, modern, onion powder, pepper, prep 5 min, pressure cook, pressure cooker recipes, sauté

prep icon Prep Time
5 min
cook icon Cook Time
20 min

serving icon Servings
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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