Old Fashioned Goulash
Old Fashioned Goulash is a classic comfort food made with tender ground beef, savory tomato sauce, and hearty elbow macaroni. This one-pot meal is seasoned with aromatic spices and topped with melted cheese, making it a filling, flavorful dish perfect for family dinners.
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef or turkey
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 2.5 cups water
- 0.5 cup beef broth
- 0.33 cup olive oil
- 2 15-ounce cans tomato sauce
- 2 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp adobo seasoning
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp seasoned salt
- 0.5 tbsp black pepper
- 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook ground meat over medium-high heat until browned. Break it into small pieces, cooking halfway through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- If needed, add olive oil to the pan and heat over medium. Add minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing until the onions are translucent.
- Return the meat to the pan and stir in water, beef broth, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes. Mix well to create the base.
- Add Italian seasoning, adobo seasoning, bay leaves, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Lower heat, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop flavors.
- Stir in the elbow macaroni, ensuring it’s evenly mixed. Cover and simmer for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove bay leaves and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Sprinkle mozzarella on top and let it melt slightly before serving.
Notes
Top with fresh basil or parsley for added flavor and color. This dish is perfect for reheating and can be served with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlsCalories: 475kcalCarbohydrates: 28.1gProtein: 21.5gFat: 26.4gSaturated Fat: 9.1gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 903mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4.5g
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