HEALTHIER VERSION OF HAMBURGER HELPER

This recipe is a budget conscious and healthier version of Hamburger Helper. There is no need to use packaged meals when this is so easy to do. And tasty also.

CHEESEBURGER PASTA

2 lb hamburger

1 onion

2 garlic, minced

1/4 cup mushrooms (opt)

1 28 oz can of tomatoes

1 can tomato soup or 1 cup salsa

1/2 cup milk

2 tbsp dijon mustard

4 tbsp ketchup

3 tbsp relish

1/2 tsp salt and pepper

1 cup shredded cheese

green onions and fresh parsley

3 cups uncooked whole wheat pasta

. brown meat with onion and garlic - cook pasta while browning meat

. add mushrooms

. add pasta, canned tomatoes, soup, milk, ketchup, relish, mustard, salt and pepper and cook 30 minutes over medium low heat until hot and bubbly (could also be placed in a casserole and baked 325 for 45 minutes)

. add cheese, parsley and onions before serving

. this makes a lot so half could be frozen for a later meal