Ground Beef Goulash
A hearty one-pot meal combining tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, and rich tomato sauce, perfect for quick and comforting family dinners.
Equipment
- 1 large pot for cooking beef and pasta
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
- 1½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, then drain excess fat if needed.
- Add diced onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour in beef broth, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes.
- Add paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, then stir well.
- Stir in uncooked macaroni and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese if using, and let sit a few minutes to thicken before serving.
Notes
- Stir occasionally to prevent pasta sticking.
- Add bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Use mozzarella cheese for stretchier texture.