Description
Hearty and comforting American goulash with ground beef, pasta, and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 12 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and brown the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and cook until soft, then stir in minced garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer on low for 15–20 minutes.
- Cook elbow macaroni in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the pot and simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy, then serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, add diced bell peppers or mushrooms. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American