Hamburger Helper Budget Stretch Recipe

Feed your hungry family with this easy recipe that doubles the servings of your favorite Hamburger Helper! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe stretches one box of Salisbury Steak Hamburger Helper (or your favorite flavor!) into a hearty meal for a crowd. Say goodbye to leftover worries and hello to happy tummies!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 320.4 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
Hamburger Helper Budget Stretch

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Hamburger Helper Budget Stretch

  • Hamburger Helper Mix For Beef Pasta
  • Hamburger
  • 1 cup water
  • Noodles
  • Tomatoes
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • Carrots
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • Black Pepper
  • Onion Powder
  • Garlic Powder
  • Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Sour Cream

How to Make Hamburger Helper Budget Stretch

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat; drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and butter to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the Hamburger Helper seasoning mix, water, and milk. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  5. Stir in the cooked egg noodles and mixed vegetables. Heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy your budget-friendly, family-sized meal!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

36g

Carbs

8g