Description
Grandma’s goulash is a comforting, one-pot meal that combines tender ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and hearty elbow macaroni all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This nostalgic dish brings warmth to any table and is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its savory flavor and easy preparation, you’ll want to make this classic recipe a regular part of your menu.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of colors)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning until fragrant.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Add elbow macaroni, cooking according to package instructions until al dente; stir frequently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot topped with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg