Elevated Cannabis Hamburger Helper: The Ultimate Comfort Food

Sometimes the best cannabis edibles are the ones that remind us of home. We’ve taken the classic Cheeseburger Hamburger Helper and elevated it with the addition of cannabutter. This recipe is simple, deeply satisfying, and ready in just 30 minutes.

• Servings: 4

• Prep/Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 box Cheeseburger Hamburger Helper

• 1 lb Lean ground beef

• 2 tbsp Cannabutter

• 1 tbsp Regular unsalted butter

• 2.5 cups Water

• 1 cup Whole milk

Step-by-Step Directions

1. Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.

2. Add Butter: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the 1 tbsp of regular butter (save the cannabutter for the final step) to the skillet and stir until melted.

3. Create the Sauce: Add 2.5 cups of water, 1 cup of whole milk, and the sauce mix packet from the box. Stir until the powder is fully dissolved.

4. Simmer: Stir in the pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.

5. The Cooling Step: Remove the skillet from the heat and allow it to cool for 3 minutes. This is critical: adding cannabutter to a boiling dish will degrade the THC and reduce your overall potency.

6. Infuse: Add the 2 tbsp of cannabutter to the skillet and stir gently until it is fully melted and evenly incorporated. Serve immediately.

Pro-Tips for Success

• Dosing: Your potency depends entirely on the strength of your cannabutter. With 4 servings, ensure you calculate your dose per bowl to maintain a consistent experience.

• Keep it Low: Never expose your infused dish to high heat after adding the cannabutter. Patience is the key to maintaining your desired potency.

• Make it Gourmet: Stir in a handful of shredded cheddar at the very end for a richer, creamier texture.

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat "low and slow" on the stovetop with a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.

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