Hamburger helper is yummy, cheap and convenient; but with a closer look at the recipe, anyone can tell that it is a completely processed mess.
So what should you do to keep your kids healthy when they crave for hamburger helper?
Easy! Try this yummy healthy vegan hamburger helper recipe using the best vegan cheese sauce instead!
You will be surprised how yummy it turns out to be!
You prepare it the same way you would if it were beef, except it’s cruelty free, and won’t clog your arteries.
Using a homemade vegan cheese sauce and seasoned tempeh, giving this meal the healthy twist it deserves. Ultra cheesy, kid and adult approved!
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 4-6 servings | 25 minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 15 minutes |
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Using a homemade vegan cheese sauce and seasoned tempeh, giving this meal the healthy twist it deserves. Ultra cheesy, kid and adult approved!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups organic elbow macaroni
- 8 oz organic tempeh
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cup vegan cheese sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp parsley
- salt/pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1/2 Yellow Onion diced
- 1 cup green onions diced
Servings: servings
Instructions
- Prepare the vegan cheese sauce ahead of time, set aside.
- Chop up tempeh into small pieces and place in skillet with extra virgin olive oil.
- When the tempeh is easily broken down into small pieces (you can do this while it's in the skillet using a spatula to break it up) add in marinara sauce and all the spices.
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions.
- When the pasta is done add two cups to the tempeh mixture along with 1 1/2 cups of the vegan cheese sauce, yellow and green onions and red bell pepper.
- Mix everything well and adjust seasonings to your liking if need be. Keep mixing around on low to medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately and Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Store vegan cheese sauce in an air tight container.
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