Description
This One-Pot Vegan Hamburger Helper is a delicious and comforting plant-based twist on the classic cheeseburger pasta. Made with vegan ground beef alternative, savory spices, and creamy vegan cheese, this hearty dish comes together in just 30 minutes in a single pot, making it perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon cooking oil
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 lb. vegan ground beef alternative
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 cups warm unsweetened almond milk (or unsweetened milk of your choice)
- 1 cup warm vegan beef broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups rotini pasta (or pasta of your choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded vegan cheddar cheese (or vegan cheese of your choice)
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
- Heat and sauté aromatics: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the cooking oil, diced onions, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the onions soften and the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Cook vegan ground beef: Add the vegan ground beef alternative to the skillet, breaking it up with a cooking utensil. Cook while stirring often for about 6 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Add spices: In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, oregano, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle this spice mixture over the ingredients in the skillet and stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
- Add liquids and pasta: Pour in the warm almond milk, vegan beef broth, tomato sauce, and add the pasta to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer pasta: Once boiling, cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes until the pasta is al dente. Remove from heat; the dish will thicken as it cools.
- Incorporate vegan cheese: Sprinkle the shredded vegan cheddar cheese over the pasta and stir until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley leaves if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your comforting vegan cheeseburger pasta!
Notes
- This recipe is a hearty, flavorful plant-based version of classic hamburger helper, ideal for quick weeknight meals.
- You can substitute the vegan beef broth with vegetable broth if preferred.
- Cornstarch helps to thicken the sauce and create a creamy texture once cooked.
- Adjust the salt and pepper to taste based on your dietary needs.
- Feel free to use your favorite type of pasta; rotini works best for holding the sauce.
- Adding fresh parsley at the end enhances flavor and presentation.
- This dish reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
