Hamburger Helper, Double Cheeseburger Macaroni, 6.0 oz (2024)

FAQs

How to make Hamburger Helper double cheeseburger macaroni better? ›

Add Your Own Twist! Into yummy bacon deliciousness? Just before serving, stir in chopped cooked bacon and diced tomatoes, and for unexpected zest, chopped pickles.

We don't recommend preparing more than two boxes at a time. 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).

General Mills Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Macaroni (1 cup) contains 25g total carbs, 24g net carbs, 19g fat, 20g protein, and 360 calories.

1½ lbs. hamburger meat. 2¼ cups milk. 2-2/3 cups boiling water.

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.

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.

How do you thicken up Hamburger Helper? If your Hamburger Helper is too runny or juicy, the best way to thicken it up is to put the lid on the pan and let the mixture steam for at least five minutes. The macaroni will continue to absorb the liquid and the mixture will become thicker.

How to fix watery hamburger helper? Keep cooking until the gravy is thick. Throw in with some salt. Cover & let it cook until all water is evaporated.

Half and Half

This is the best substitute for milk in everything from baking to making sauces and gravies. Here's how to swap half and half for milk: Combine 3/4 cup of half and half and 1/4 cup of water for every cup of whole milk your recipe calls for.

Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Macaroni, 6.6 oz.

Is Hamburger Helper high in calories? ›

The Hamburger Helper mixes contain between 90 and 170 calories per serving. This typically includes 5 to 30 calories that come directly from fat. The calorie content of the prepared meals, on the other hand, ranges from 280 to 400 calories per serving.

Each package makes five one-cup servings. Hamburger Helper can add a host of flavors to your mealtime solutions: other Italian-style favorites include Four Cheese Lasagna and Cheesy Italian Shells. After all, who couldn't use a little help in the kitchen?

Coconut milk and cream has a thicker consistency than most plant-based milks and is recommended as the best milk substitute for Hamburger Helper meals.

Sprinkle on the flour and stir until the meat is evenly coated. Pour in the almond milk, tomato sauce and chicken broth. Carefully stir and then bring the mixture to a boil for 2 minutes. Then bring it down to simmer, and let simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce is thick.

Cooking Instructions

COOK – Cook ground meat in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat 6 to 8 minutes, breaking up and stirring. Drain; return cooked meat to skillet. STIR – Stir in water, milk, Sauce Mix and Pasta.

Turn this flavor up even more! Add chopped onions to beef just before simmering. Stir in cooked mixed vegetables before serving.

Slather Big Mac sauce on both sides of the bun. Layer shredded lettuce on the bottom bun, and minced onion on the top bun. Stack two all-beef patties and pickles over the lettuce. If adding the center bun, place it in between the two hamburger patties.

DIY Hamburger Helper

Stir the tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, chili powder, sugar, salt, and pepper into the browned beef. Add the butter and cook, stirring, until melted, about 1 minute. Stir in the flour until thoroughly combined, about 1 more minute.