1 serving (250 grams) contains 350 calories, 20.0 grams of protein, 15.0 grams of fat, and 40.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
330.2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47.2 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 754.7 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 37.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 6% | |
| Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| protein | 18.9 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94.3 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 283.0 mg | 6% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Homemade hamburger helper
Homemade Hamburger Helper is a quick and hearty one-pot meal inspired by the American classic. Typically, it combines ground beef, pasta or rice, cheese, and a creamy sauce, often enhanced with spices, onions, bell peppers, or garlic for added flavor. Unlike store-bought versions, homemade recipes allow control over ingredients, reducing sodium and avoiding artificial additives. This dish offers a balance of protein from the beef and carbohydrates from the pasta, making it a filling option. Whole-grain pasta and lean ground beef can be used for a healthier variation. However, the meal can be high in saturated fats depending on the choice of cheese and beef. Adding vegetables and limiting cheese can improve its nutritional profile. Its roots lie in convenience cooking, reflecting the desire for simple, family-friendly meals that are adaptable to taste.
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Daily value percentages based on FDA guidelines. Nutrient recommendations from NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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