Instant Pot Hamburger Helper

A creamy, one-pot ground beef and pasta dish made entirely in the Instant Pot in 25 minutes. The high-pressure method ensures perfectly tender pasta and a rich cheese sauce without separate cooking steps, ideal for busy weeknights.

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Course: Instant pot

Cuisine: American Comfort Food

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

Servings: servings

Calories: 350kcal

Author: Eva Stoner

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
12 oz uncooked pasta (small noodles like Hamburger Helper's Rice & Noodles blend)
1 (1.25 oz) envelope Hamburger Helper Rice & Noodles seasoning mix
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp dried parsley
1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Select 'Saute' and heat olive oil
Brown ground beef with onion and garlic, breaking into small pieces
Add flour, salt, and pepper; cook 1-2 minutes
Stir in remaining seasoning mix, pasta, and 3 cups water
Set Instant Pot to 'Pressure Cook' for 7 minutes (natural release included)
After cooking, mix in milk and cheddar cheese until the sauce thickens
Transfer to serving dish and sprinkle grated Parmesan before serving

Notes

For a non-dairy option: substitute milk and cheddar with heavy cream and mozzarella
Freezes well in airtight containers for up to 3 months
Can add 1 cup frozen peas or sliced mushrooms for extra flavor/vegetables

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