Easy Goulash
Whip up a comforting and hearty meal in no time with this Easy Goulash recipe, a one-pot wonder perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring tender ground beef, savory onions, and garlic, this dish is simmered to perfection in a rich tomato-based broth infused with paprika and Italian seasoning. Toss in uncooked elbow macaroni, and watch it cook directly in the flavorful sauce for a truly effortless meal. Ready in just 35 minutes and customizable with shredded cheddar cheese or fresh parsley, this family-friendly classic combines simple ingredients and bold flavors for a satisfying dinner that’s as easy to make as it is to love. Perfect for meal prep or serving a crowd, this all-in-one goulash recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 14.5-ounce cans canned diced tomatoes
- 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, beef broth, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the uncooked elbow macaroni. Stir to ensure the pasta is evenly distributed.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.9 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 1486 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 837 mg | 18% | |
*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.
