Small Batch Hamburger Helper

 This is great for 2 to 3 people.   Easy to make.

SMALL BATCH HAMBURGER HELPER

(serves 2)

Ingredients:

*1/2 pound ground beef

*1/2 yellow onion, chopped

*1/2 green bell pepper, chopped

*1 cup whole milk

*1/2 cup water

*1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 

*1 cup dry macaroni noodles 

*1/4 teaspoon sugar

*1/2 teaspoon salt

*1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

*1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

*1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes

*1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

*1/4 teaspoon chili powder

*1/2 teaspoon paprika

*1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 

*4 slices provolone cheese

Directions:

~Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

~In a large skillet, brown 1/2 pound ground beef, 1/2 chopped small onion, and 1/2 chopped green bell pepper until meat is browned and veggies are tender.

~Drain any fat from the skillet.

~Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon chili powder and stir for 20-30 seconds.

~Add in 1/2 cup water, 1 cups whole milk, 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce and stir until well incorporated.

~Add in 1 cup dry macaroni noodles and stir.

~Bring mixture to a low boil.

~Reduce heat to simmer and cover.

~Cook for about 9-10 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender.

~Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup sharp shredded cheese.

~Add 4 slices of provolone cheese over top of mixture.

~Bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.