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Cheesy Enchilada Hamburger Helper

35 minServes 6Nutri-Score C€€
from @cookinginthemidwest51 imports0 cooked
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Ingredients

6 people
  • ground beefMeat450 g
  • onion (chopped)Produce1 piece
  • beef brothPantry240 ml
  • milkDairy240 ml
  • shell pasta (uncooked)Grains250 g
  • mild enchilada sauce (2 cans)Pantry570 g
  • saltSpices3 g
  • black pepperSpices3 g
  • chili powderSpices5 g
  • ground cuminSpices2 g
  • dried cilantroSpices1 g
  • cayenne pepperSpices500 mg
  • minced garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • shredded cheese (shredded)Dairy200 g
  • fresh cilantro (chopped)Produce10 g
  • sour creamDairy120 g

per serving

Nutrition

428kcal

Carbs
34 g
Proteins
24 g
Fat
22 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • lid

step by step

Method

  1. Brown the beef and onion

    • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef, breaking it up.
    • Add the chopped onion and cook until the beef is fully cooked through.
    • Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
    Step 1

  2. Season the beef

    • Season with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, dried cilantro and cayenne.
    • Add the minced garlic and stir to combine.
    Step 2

  3. Add liquids and pasta

    • Pour in the beef broth, enchilada sauce, milk and uncooked shell pasta.
    • Stir so the pasta is fully covered.
    Step 3

  4. Simmer covered

    • Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to low and cover with a lid.
    • Cook until the pasta is tender, stirring once halfway through to keep the pasta from sticking.
    Step 4

  5. Melt the cheese

    • Remove the lid and stir in most of the shredded cheese.
    • Top with the remaining cheese and let the skillet sit until the cheese is melted.
    Step 5

  6. Finish and serve

    • Top with fresh cilantro and sour cream.
    • Serve hot straight from the skillet.
    Step 6
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