Description
A creamy, comforting twist on a classic favorite, this Dairy-Free Hamburger Helper combines ground beef and elbow noodles in a savory, dairy-free sauce with rich flavor and satisfying umami from nutritional yeast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 to 4 cloves)
- 1½ teaspoons salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 8-ounce can of tomato sauce
- 32 ounces beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Franks Red Hot Sauce (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cups elbow noodles (also called macaroni noodles)
- ¼ cup dairy-free sour cream (optional, see notes)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and chopped onion. Let it cook for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent, then add the ground beef. Cook until the meat is browned and fully cooked, making sure to drain any excess grease before moving on.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and let it cook for about 1 minute to infuse the flavor. Stir in all of the spices, including salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Next, pour in the tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Franks Red Hot Sauce, and Dijon mustard. Mix everything thoroughly to ensure the ingredients meld together nicely.
- Add in the elbow noodles and allow them to cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the noodles are tender and the sauce is almost fully absorbed. For a creamier finish, mix in the dairy-free sour cream before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste and remember to drain grease for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg