This Old Fashioned Goulash brings back memories of home-cooked comfort with its hearty combination of seasoned ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and rich tomato sauce all melded together in one satisfying pot. The addition of melted cheddar cheese creates that irresistible creamy texture that makes this dish a true family favorite. It’s the kind of meal that fills both bellies and hearts, perfect for chilly evenings when you want something warm and familiar.
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Old Fashioned Goulash
Old Fashioned Goulash is a classic comfort food featuring ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and melted cheddar cheese all simmered together in a rich tomato sauce for the ultimate family dinner.
4
servings30
minutes40
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kcal1
hour10
minutesIngredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
29 ounces tomato sauce
28 ounces diced tomatoes
3 cups water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon seasoned salt
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, then add ground beef, breaking it apart while it cooks until browned.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until the onions are translucent, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, and soy sauce, then add Italian seasoning, bay leaves, and seasoned salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered, for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the uncooked elbow macaroni to the pot, cover the pot partially, and simmer for another 20 to 30 minutes, until pasta is cooked.
- Remove bay leaves from the pot, then stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and evenly distributed throughout the goulash.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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