Description
Classic Hamburger Helper Lasagna is a comforting, one-pot dish that combines the beloved flavors of traditional lasagna with the convenience of Hamburger Helper. In just 30 minutes, you can create a hearty meal featuring layers of rich marinara sauce, tender mafalda pasta, and gooey melted cheese. This recipe is not only perfect for busy weeknights but also ideal for family gatherings, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied. With its customizable nature—add your favorite vegetables or switch to a vegetarian option—this lasagna is destined to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1.25 lb ground beef
- 2.5 cups marinara sauce
- 10 oz mafalda pasta
- 4 cups beef broth
- 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, red pepper flakes).
- Pour in marinara sauce and beef broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add mafalda pasta; reduce heat and simmer for 12-15 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
- Cover until cheese melts (about 5 minutes) and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg