How to Reheat Hamburger Ready Meals

Hamburger Helper is a very useful meal kit. From the box to the stove and that’s it, it takes very little time and few ingredients. The Hamburger Helper is so easy and cheap, and there is usually enough to go around. But what about the leftovers?

The Hamburger Helper is a household staple because it’s a convenience meal that can be made in about 30 minutes and is a very inexpensive option. If you have a large family and one box isn’t enough, they even offer double packs of many flavors.

Hamburger Helper is very versatile because there are multiple flavor options, from Stroganoff to Chili Macaroni to Enchilada Cheese and many more. There are over 20 flavors of Hamburger Helper and there are also Chicken Helper and Tuna Helper options.

But the question is, how do you reheat the Hamburger Helper? How can you reheat your Hamburger Helper without making the sauce thick or runny and losing flavor? Can you reheat it or should you throw it away? The good news is that you can reheat and still have a great tasting Hamburger Helper. 

We’ve put together a simple reference guide that covers all the ins and outs of storing and reheating your Hamburger Helper dishes. Read on to familiarize yourself with the best ways to reheat and enjoy again.

How to Store and Reheat Delicious Hamburger Helper Meals

The Hamburger Helper is a great option for a quick meal. It requires very little effort and is quick and easy. The ingredients needed to make Hamburger Helper are minimal, typically requiring a pound of burgers with a small number of additional ingredients, such as milk and water.

It’s hard to know how to store leftovers and the best way to reheat your Hamburger Helper. There are so many different food options in these box sets that you have to wonder if reheating them is different for everyone and if it’s going to be a hassle figuring out how to reheat the one you need right now.

The good news is that it is much easier. There are some basic reheating tips that we will share with you that will work for all of them. Reheating your Hamburger Helper is really quite simple and there are a couple of different methods you can use if you want to try and change things up.

Stock up on your Hamburger Helper, you never know when a fast food option might come in handy and chances are you already have the “extra” ingredients you need to make it on hand. 

We will tell you a secret . If you want to be super proactive, you can even make your Hamburger Helper in bulk, or prepare several different boxes. You can freeze your Hamburger Helper until you are ready to use it. But here’s the secret, reheating it from frozen and making it straight from the box takes essentially the same amount of time.

So here we are and I’m sure you’re on the edge of your seat while you wait for the details. How do you reheat the Hamburger Helper? Let’s start by going over some of the positives and negatives you may experience when reheating the Hamburger Helper. Below you will find some lists with this information.

The advantages of reheating the Hamburger Helper

• It is always an advantage to be able to use leftovers instead of throwing them away.
• The Hamburger Helper can be reheated from the fridge or freezer.
• You can reheat it in several ways: on the stove, in the microwave, or in the oven.
• You can enjoy that food from the heart again.
• The flavor usually increases when it sits and soaks.

The Disadvantages of Reheating Hamburger Helper

• You may have to add more liquid.
• The cornstarch can break down and cause your sauce to lose some of its thickness.
• The fat in meat can coagulate, but is easily removed by reheating.
• Pasta can dry out, so keep in mind to have plenty of liquid when reheating it.

Now that we’ve covered some of the basic things you can expect or pay attention to, we can move on to some of the more involved details of reheating your Hamburger Helper, no matter what flavor you’re working with. 

We have put together a simple guide to walk you through the processes of storing and reheating your Hamburger Helper. We hope this guide will be useful to you in your reheating process. Your stomach and wallet will thank you later!

Detailed Guide to Reheating the Hamburger Helper

Reheating the Hamburger Helper is not rocket science. It doesn’t have to be challenging and it definitely doesn’t have to be time consuming. It’s almost literally as simple as popping it in the microwave, on the stove, or in the oven and reheating it.

But there are a few tricks to ensure that the pasta doesn’t dry out and that the sauce maintains the right thickness, and that your Hamburger Helper is just as delicious reheated as it was freshly made. We will discuss both storage and reheating below.

How to save the Hamburger Helper

Before we talk about reheating the Hamburger Helper, we need to talk about how to properly store leftovers. If they are not stored properly, they may not be good when you reheat them. Proper storage can make a big difference when it comes to reheating.

Take the time to properly store and reheat your Hamburger Helper and you won’t be disappointed in the texture or flavor when you do. It will be delicious and you will be glad you saved the leftovers. 

1. Store your Hamburger Helper in the fridge in an airtight container . Allow food to cool completely before packaging it for storage. You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days without compromising quality or flavor.
2. You can also freeze leftovers . Place them in a gallon size freezer bag or an airtight container and store in the freezer. You can freeze them up to 1 year if they are tightly closed.
3. You can also make ahead of time and freeze the Hamburger Helper , but when it comes down to it, this is not a time saver as the Hamburger Helper is relatively quick to make and reheating it won’t be a much quicker option than making it fresh.

How to Reheat Hamburger Helper

You saved some leftover Hamburger Helper 2 days ago and today is leftover night at your house for dinner. Now you have to plan how to reheat it. What steps should you follow?

Below we will give you specific reheating instructions based on the kitchen appliance you use to reheat. If you stored your Hamburger Helper in the freezer, we recommend that you thaw it overnight for best results. However, if you haven’t thawed it overnight, the best results will be in the kitchen.

1. 1. Microwave oven
      1. This is one of the easiest solutions for reheating your Hamburger Helper dishes and requires minimal time and effort. Cover your microwaveable plate loosely and microwave for 3 minutes. Stir every 30-45 seconds to avoid overcooking.While microwaving, keep in mind the thickness of the sauce. You may need to add a small amount of water (1 tablespoon at a time) to get the sauce to the right thickness.

   2. Stove

      1. Our recommendation for reheating the Hamburger Helper on the stovetop is. Place leftovers in a skillet that is the right size for the amount of food you are reheating. Heat it on the fire at a low or medium temperature. Add a little water to keep the sauce moist. Cover with lid and allow to heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently. If you are reheating from frozen, start by covering with the lid over medium heat and allow the heat to thaw the mixture.

1. Oven
   1. A great option to change up your Hamburger Helper is to reheat it in the oven. Spread the food in an oven-safe dish and heat to 350 degrees for about 20 minutes or until piping hot. You can also top it with cheese for added flavor.