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Old Fashioned Goulash

Classic Old Fashioned Goulash that Warms Your Soul

A warm and comforting Old Fashioned Goulash made with ground beef, tomato sauce, and cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni Cook for a shorter time before baking to avoid mushiness.
For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can be substituted with ground turkey.
  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped) Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Essential for depth of flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce For umami flavor.
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce Essential for a classic goulash.
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes Consider crushed tomatoes for a smoother consistency.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning A blend of herbs providing familiarity.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded) Feel free to swap with mozzarella.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Old Fashioned Goulash
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients while the oven heats.
  2. Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water for 3 minutes less than the package directions, then drain.
  3. In a skillet, brown ground beef and chopped onion over high heat for 6-7 minutes, drain excess fat.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes; cook for a few minutes until combined.
  6. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, stirring to season the mixture.
  7. Fold in cooked macaroni and shredded cheddar cheese until evenly mixed.
  8. Transfer mixture to a casserole dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezing options available for up to 3 months.

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