Description
A hearty and comforting Southern Goulash recipe that combines ground beef, tomatoes, macaroni, and flavorful seasonings for a delicious one-pot meal. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Pasta:
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ground Beef Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook until softened.
- Add Sauce and Pasta: Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Simmer, then add macaroni. Cook covered until pasta is tender.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat. Stir in cheddar cheese if desired. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use smoked paprika or add red pepper flakes for heat.
- This dish reheats well and tastes even better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
