Homemade Hamburger Helper

Ingredients:

1 lb. ground beef

1/2 onion, diced

1 clove of garlic

1 teaspoon thyme

about 1 teaspoon salt-season to taste

pepper to taste

8 oz. whole grain elbow noodles

2 cups chicken broth

1 1/2 cups water

2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

2 Tablespoons sour cream

1 Tablespoon parsley

(This recipe is adapted from http://coolcookstyle.com/2010/11/22/homemade-hamburger-helper-cheeseburger-macaroni/)

Start by browning your hamburger. Drain the grease. Add onions, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Saute for about a minute.

Add uncooked noodles, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce and water. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat. Simmer for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 

When noodles are tender, add cheddar cheese and sour cream. Stir and let simmer for a couple of minutes, or until slightly thickened. 

Top with parsley and serve.