Description
 hearty one-pot beef goulash with tender pasta, rich tomato sauce, and plenty of melted cheese. Comfort food perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef or turkey
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 2 cans (15 oz each) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup sour cream or heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- set aside.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, and seasonings. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add pasta back into the pot and stir well to coat with sauce. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix in sour cream and half of the cheese until creamy. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top, cover, and let melt.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm with bread or salad.
Notes
 For extra flavor, add diced bell peppers or mushrooms. Leftovers keep in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of broth to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American