Description
A comforting and hearty one-pot beef goulash featuring ground beef, elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato-based sauce, all simmered together and topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Aromatics
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 lb. ground beef
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Tomato and Seasonings
- 1 tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 (15-oz.) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-oz.) can tomato sauce
- 1 1/4 c. low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp. paprika
Pasta and Cheese
- 1 1/2 c. elbow macaroni
- 1 c. shredded cheddar
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oil and cook onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 7 minutes.
- Add garlic: Add the finely chopped garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
- Cook the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Break up the meat with a spoon and cook until no longer pink, about 6 minutes. Drain excess fat from the pan.
- Add tomato paste and liquids: Stir in the tomato paste to coat the beef evenly. Then add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and low-sodium beef broth. Mix well.
- Season and add pasta: Add the Italian seasoning and paprika. Stir in the elbow macaroni. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer until pasta is tender: Cook, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and has absorbed flavors, about 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in cheese and season: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve: Spoon the goulash into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting dish.
Notes
- This recipe is a nostalgic take on classic comfort food, where all the ingredients cook together in one pot for maximum flavor and easy cleanup.
- To make cleanup easier, use a large non-stick skillet or heavy-bottomed pan.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the paprika.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 455
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 794 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 72 mg
