Description
Old Fashioned Goulash is a comforting and hearty dish made with ground beef, pasta, and a flavorful tomato-based sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (can substitute with ground turkey)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shredded cheese (for serving)
- Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Increase heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, stir in the elbow macaroni. Cover and reduce the heat to low, simmering for about 15-20 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente.
- Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese or dollops of sour cream if you like.
Notes
- This dish can be made with ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or peas for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Old Fashioned Goulash, comfort food, pasta dish, ground beef recipe