Description
This One Pot Vegan Hamburger Helper (Cheeseburger Pasta) is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that combines plant-based ground beef alternative with hearty rotini pasta in a creamy, flavorful sauce made from almond milk, vegan broth, and vegan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe offers a delicious and convenient vegan twist on a classic cheesy hamburger helper dinner, perfect for busy weeknights or anytime you crave a satisfying pasta meal.
Ingredients
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 dried oregano
- 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
- 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 and break it up with your cooking utensil. Cook while stirring frequently for about 6 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the pan if necessary.
- Add spices: In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, dried oregano, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle this spice mixture over the skillet contents and stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Add liquids and pasta: Pour in the warm almond milk, vegan broth, and tomato sauce. Stir in the rotini pasta, then bring everything to a boil over medium-high heat. 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. The dish will thicken as it cools.
- Incorporate vegan cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shredded vegan cheddar cheese over the pasta. Stir thoroughly until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm and enjoy your comforting vegan cheeseburger pasta!
Notes
- You can substitute the vegan ground beef alternative with any plant-based ground meat you prefer.
- If vegan beef broth is unavailable, vegetable broth works equally well.
- Feel free to use any pasta shape you like, though rotini helps hold the sauce nicely.
- The dish thickens as it cools; add a splash of almond milk if it gets too thick when reheating.
- Adjust spices to suit your taste preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
