Hamburger Helper, Beef Pasta, 5.9 oz (2024)

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How much beef do you need for Hamburger Helper? ›

Crumble 1½ pounds hamburger meat into 3-quart microwavable casserole or bowl. Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 7 minutes, breaking up beef after 3 minutes, until brown; drain. Stir in both packets Sauce mix, 2-3/4 cups boiling water, 2¼ cups milk and uncooked Pasta.

Instructions: Brown hamburger meat in 10-inch skillet; drain. Stir in hot water, milk, Sauce Mix and uncooked Pasta. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.

1 Serving of hamburger helper beef pasta (AS PREPARED - Betty Crocker) contains 270 Calories.

Two servings, or 6 oz., of lean meat (poultry, fish, shellfish, beef) should be a part of a daily diet. Measure the right amount with your palm. One palm size portion equals 3 oz., or one serving.

A question we often get is “How much meat do I need?” The starting rule of thumb is: Boneless Meat: 1/2 lb. per person for adults and 1/4 lb. per person for children.

Milk adds a creamy texure and lends its flavor to the sauce in Hamburger Helper. You may not enjoy the results made with only water. Betty's Emrgency Substitutions page suggests a substitution for a cup of milk: 1/2 cup evaporated milk plus 1/2 cup water; or nonfat dry milk prepared as directed on package.

Here are some recommended swaps and add-ins you can try: Add a boost of veggies: feel free to throw in shredded zucchini, sauteed chopped red bell pepper, or mushrooms or a few cups of chopped spinach! My kids usually never know that it's in there. Spice it up: if you'd like you can add some red pepper flakes on top.

Yes! Although traditionally Hamburger Helper has called for meat additions, these ingredients can be easily substituted by your choice of protein. Instead of meat, you can add vegetables or a meat alternative of your choice to Hamburger Helper meals to make them plant-based.

The basic (and most popular) version of Hamburger Helper is a box of dried pasta with seasoning that is designed to be cooked with ground beef.

2 meals - 1 box: Skillet Prep: Makes 5 1 cup servings + makes 5 1 cup servings = Makes 10 1 cup servings. Better tasting - Even cheesier! Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 medium fat meat. Carbohydrate Choices: 2.

Is Hamburger Helper a meal? ›

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In a separate pot, boil macaroni to al dente. Add cheese over low heat and stir to combine. Add the ground beef. Add the macaroni and stir to combine and heat through.

To make two boxes, follow the range top directions, but use double the amount of added ingredients listed in the directions for one box (margarine and water, for example).

Absolutely! Water can be used as a substitute for milk in Hamburger Helper. Keep in mind that using water will result in a more basic flavor profile compared to using milk, as milk adds creaminess and richness. However, it can still produce a tasty and satisfying dish.

If you're making the patties yourself (to save money or because you love making burgers), assume four burgers per pound of meat. For 120 burgers you'll need 30 pounds of ground beef.

Just as with classic burgers, you can choose how much meat you want to use per patty (between 4 to 6 ounces)—just portion it out so that each portion has the same weight so that your burgers cook evenly. Pack each portion into a nice round ball, making sure not to pack it too tightly.

When Meat Is the Main. When cooking something like steak, turkey or pork, where meat is the main dish of the meal and paired with a few side dishes, we recommend about 1/2 pound (eight ounces) per person, or up to 3/4 (12 ounces) pound for bigger appetites and those who love leftovers.

If your family is 1-3 people in size, you are probably going to select our 1/12th beef share (35lbs of beef) or our ¼ beef share (125 lbs of beef). If, it is 4-5 people in size, a ½ beef share may be more appropriate for you.