Recipe: Gimme a Cheap Weeknight Dinner, Quick!
✨ Description:
C’mon, admit it! At some time in your life, you have eaten “Hamburger Helper.” I know that it was a staple in our house when I was a kid. The little talking glove is comforting in a twisted kind of way. 😄 Anyway, this recipe looks like Hamburger Helper, but tastes much better. Sure there are recipes out there that are probably better for you or tastier but when you are trying to eat quickly AND on a budget, this recipe is a MUST.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 lb | Ground beef |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 1 3/4 cups | Chopped celery |
| 1 clove | Garlic, minced |
| 1 | Green onions, chopped |
| 2 cups | Frozen corn |
| 1/2 cup | Worcestershire sauce |
| 1/2 tsp | Black pepper |
| 2 tsp | Onion powder |
| 1/4 cup | Warm water |
| 1/4 cup | Grated Parmesan cheese |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 856.7
- Total Fat: 28.8g
- Saturated Fat: 11.9g
- Cholesterol: 194.9mg
- Sodium: 689.8mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 103.3g
- Dietary Fiber: 5.8g
- Sugar: 5.5g
- Protein: 45.1g
Cooking Instructions:
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Brown Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with minced garlic, chopped celery, and green onions until beef is no longer pink.
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Add Creamy Base: Stir in the cream of potato soup and milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
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Seasoning Blend: Lower the heat to a simmer, then add Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and onion powder. Let the flavors meld together for a few minutes.
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Cook Noodles: Meanwhile, in a separate pot of boiling water, cook the egg noodles for about 5-6 minutes until they are halfway done. They’ll finish cooking later!
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Combine and Simmer: Drain the noodles and add them to the skillet with the ground beef mixture. Also, toss in the frozen corn, Parmesan cheese, and warm water. Give it all a good stir to combine.
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Simmer Away: Allow the hearty mixture to simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This lets all the flavors meld together beautifully.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once everything is cooked through and deliciously melded, ladle this comforting, budget-friendly meal into bowls. It’s a perfect dish for busy weeknights when you want something quick, tasty, and satisfying.
So there you have it! A hearty, tasty dinner that’s ready in no time, perfect for those evenings when you’re short on time but still want something delicious and comforting. 😋 Enjoy!
