Easy Beef Goulash
Warm up your dinner table with this hearty and flavorful Easy Beef Goulash, a one-pot classic that’s perfect for busy weeknights! Featuring tender ground beef, aromatic onions and garlic, and a fragrant blend of paprika and bay leaf, this comforting dish is simmered with elbow macaroni in a rich tomato-based broth. Ready in just 35 minutes and made with simple pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, and tomato sauce, this goulash delivers robust flavor with minimal effort. Top it off with melty cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a crowd-pleasing finish. Ideal for cozy family meals, this recipe serves up to six and is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 cup (optional) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons (optional for garnish) chopped parsley
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (including juices), tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
Add the uncooked elbow macaroni and bay leaf to the pot. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom.
Check the pasta for doneness. If needed, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the macaroni is tender.
Remove the bay leaf and discard it. Taste the goulash and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and stir until melted.
Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh and vibrant touch. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.9 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1231 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 608 mg | 13% | |
*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.
