I was raised on Hamburger Helper - but there is something like a year's worth of sodium in one serving. Kind of the Great Salt Lake of convenience foods. This may be a little better for you - and just as easy (one pan!) and delicious. Don't deprive your kids of the HH experience!
1 lb. lean ground beef
2 3/4 cups of water
1/3 cup ketchup
small amount of chopped onion
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked (or any other kids of pasta shape)
8 oz. reduced fat cheddar cheese. You can use 8 oz. Velveeta Cheese Product, cut into cubes, but I think this is kind of scary
Brown meat and onion in a large skillet and drain. I dump the meat in a colander and run cold water over it to really get the grease out. Put back in the skillet and add water and ketchup and bring to a boil. Stir in macaroni and cover. Simmer on medium heat for 8 - 10 minutes until the pasta is cooked. Stir in cheese until melted.. Yum on a cold but busy night.
