Description
A comforting and hearty one-pot American goulash recipe that’s perfect for a quick and delicious meal. Made with ground beef, macaroni, and a flavorful tomato-based sauce, this dish is a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot. Cook diced onion until softened, then add garlic and cook briefly.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef, cook until browned, breaking it up.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, seasonings. Bring to a boil.
- Cook Pasta: Add macaroni, simmer for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in cheddar cheese if desired, garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or sausage for the beef.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- This dish reheats well and makes great leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
