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American Goulash

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American Goulash is a simple, satisfying dish made with ground beef, elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato sauce. It’s a nostalgic, budget-friendly one-pot meal that’s full of flavor and ready in about 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 large onion, diced

  • 1 green bell pepper, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

  • 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce

  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)

  • 2 cups beef broth

  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics:
    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.

  2. Brown the Beef:
    Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and tomato paste.

  3. Build the Sauce:
    Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.

  4. Add Pasta:
    Stir in elbow macaroni. Cover and simmer on medium-low for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

  5. Finish and Serve:
    Remove from heat. Stir in cheddar cheese if using. Let rest 5 minutes to thicken before serving.

Notes

  • Ground turkey works great as a leaner swap.

  • Add a splash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes for heat.

  • Leftovers reheat well and taste even better the next day!

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