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One-Pot American Goulash

Irresistibly Easy One-Pot American Goulash for Cozy Nights

This One-Pot American Goulash brings comfort and nostalgia to your dinner table, featuring ground beef, elbow macaroni, and zesty tomatoes in a hearty dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Adds rich flavor
  • 1 medium Yellow onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 pound Lean ground beef 85/15 or 90/10 preferred
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Elbow macaroni Uncooked
For the Sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced tomatoes With juice
  • 1 can (15 oz) Tomato sauce
  • 2 cups Beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Melted
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  4. Add ground beef, breaking it up. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  5. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. Sprinkle in paprika, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  7. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  8. Add elbow macaroni, stir, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until tender.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  10. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, cover until melted for 1-2 minutes.
  11. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with different veggies or spices to suit your taste.

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