Curly Pasta Goulash
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting and flavorful Curly Pasta Goulash! Featuring tender rotini or fusilli immersed in a rich, savory sauce of ground beef, diced tomatoes, and aromatic spices, this one-pot wonder is a hearty meal the whole family will love. Sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic infuse each bite with irresistible layers of flavor, while a topping of melted cheddar cheese takes it to the next level of indulgence. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 30-minute cooking process, this easy goulash recipe is perfect for busy evenings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch, and serve hot for a satisfying dish that’s guaranteed to please! Perfect for lovers of quick pasta dinners and classic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz curly pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, canned
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the curly pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
Add the paprika, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low heat for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1101 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 668 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
