High-Protein Hamburger Helper with Cottage Cheese: A Delicious Twist!
A healthy and delicious twist on the classic Hamburger Helper, packed with protein from cottage cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cups pasta (elbow or shells)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the pasta.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the pasta is cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in the cottage cheese and shredded cheese until melted and well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy your high-protein meal!
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with lentils or a meat alternative.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for quick meals.