Description
Old Fashioned Goulash is a hearty and comforting dish made with ground beef, macaroni, and a flavorful tomato sauce. This classic recipe is perfect for a family dinner or potluck gathering.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Sauce:
- 2 15 oz cans tomato sauce
- 2 14.5 oz cans petit diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping:
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the onion is translucent.
- Combine Sauce Ingredients: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Combine Everything: Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet with the sauce. Stir to combine.
- Serve: Serve the goulash hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese.
Notes
- This goulash can be customized with additional vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg