Do you have old, unhealthy habits?

I have to admit it. My husband and I used to eat hamburger helper a whole lot in college. You know, the box stuff that is completely unhealthy. We also ate it a lot when we were first married, and I have to admit something else. I used to make hamburger helper for my family on nights when we needed a quick and easy meal. Here’s the kicker. My daughter loves this stuff. What????

A Healthy, Allergy-Friendly Alternative

Once I realized how unhealthy all the pre-packaged, boxed foods are and we started eating healthier, I quit buying them. Over time, my daughter would actually request it for dinner. Crazy right? Well, if I remember correctly, it did taste pretty good. So, I decided to make a healthy, allergy-friendly version. It was an instant hit in my house and has become part of our dinner repertoire.

What I love most about this recipe is how simple it is to make and it’s gluten, soy, and dairy-free. To make this gluten-free I use Pacific Foods Beef Broth and gluten-free pasta noodles.

You won’t mind making this version whenever you get a request.

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Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free, Homemade Hamburger Helper

A healthy, allergy-friendly version of the one-pan hamburger helper meal.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword 30 minutes, dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy, homemade, soy-free

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 6 people

Calories 670kcal

Author Laura Kersting

Equipment

• Large skillet with a lid
• Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup diced onion or 2-3 dashes onion flakes
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon parsley
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 dash red pepper flakes
• 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/4 cup Thai Kitchen Sweet Red Chili Sauce
• 1 1/2 cups Non-dairy milk I use rice milk or oat milk
• 1 1/2 cups Gluten-free beef broth
• 2 1/2 cups Gluten-free spiral pasta noodles
• 1 cup shredded non-dairy cheese

Instructions

• Brown the ground beef and onion. Drain any fat.
• Stir in all the liquids (tomato paste, non-dairy milk, beef broth, and Thai Kitchen sauce)
• Add in all the spices and stir.
• Add in the gluten-free noodles and stir.
• Bring all ingredients to a gentle boil over medium heat.
• Cover with lid and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
• Remove from heat and vent the lid.
• Let stand for 5 minutes.
• Stir in the non-dairy cheese.
• Serve.

Notes

I like to serve this dish with a side salad.

This recipe has a bit of a kick to it because of the chili sauce and red pepper flakes. Omit the red pepper flakes for a less spicy version.

Leave me a comment and let me know if you like this recipe.

Blessings, Laura xo

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