Hamburger Stroganoff

Hamburger Helper is always a quick easy meal in our home. I thought tonight I would try to cook a homemade version. I thought that cheesier flavor made a big difference in the taste!

 

This recipe takes the same amount of time as buying the box version, but you can make it healthier and more flavorful.  You can replace the noodles and flour with wheat versions.

 

Hamburger Stroganoff
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Serving Size: 4-5 servings

Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef
1 1/2 cups uncooked noodles*
2 cups milk
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons flour*
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
3/4 cup white sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet brown beef and drain.
2. Remove skillet from burner and add pasta, milk, water, spices, flour and cheese.
3. Return to burner over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to a light simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes. Make sure to stir frequently.
5. Enjoy!

*You may replace the noodles and flour with wheat versions to make the meal healthier.

 

S'mores Bark

My girls and I made this recipe awhile ago. We were craving s'mores, but during the summer in Arizona it is too hot to have a fire. Instead we made one huge s'more for everyone to enjoy for a few days.

This recipe is fun for all ages. You can even bring more fun to the bark by adding white chocolate or peanut butter.

S'mores Bark
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Set Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients:

24 oz dark chocolate chips
1 cup graham crackers
3/4 cup mini marshmallows
2 Hersey's milk chocolate bars

Instructions:

1. Cover a 15 x 10 cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2. Melt the dark chocolate chips per the package directions. Stir periodically while melting.
3. Spread the melted chocolate chips on to the parchment paper.
4. Break apart graham crackers and milk chocolate bars.
5. Sprinkle graham crackers, marshmallows and chocolate pieces  over top.
6. Lightly press pieces into the chocolcate.
7. Refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the bark to cool and set.
8. Break into pieces and enjoy!