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Old-Fashioned Goulash

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Old-Fashioned Goulash is a hearty, comforting one-pot dish filled with ground beef, bell peppers, tomatoes, and elbow macaroni. It’s simple to make, packed with savory flavors, and perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef

1 large onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

2 cups elbow macaroni

1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes

1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 teaspoons paprika

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried basil

Salt and pepper to taste

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks, and cook until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers to the skillet with the beef. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, paprika, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
  4. Add the uncooked elbow macaroni to the skillet, stirring it into the sauce. Cover the skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and has absorbed the flavors of the sauce.
  5. Once the pasta is cooked, taste the goulash and adjust the seasoning if needed. For an extra touch, sprinkle the goulash with shredded cheddar cheese and allow it to melt before serving.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, replace the ground beef with plant-based protein or lentils.
  • For extra spice, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
  • Swap ground beef for ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • Top with different cheeses like mozzarella or sharp cheddar for varied flavors.
  • This recipe can be made ahead and stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to 3 months.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta.

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