Description
A warm and comforting Nostalgic American Goulash made with seasoned ground beef, tender macaroni, and a rich tomato based sauce finished with melty cheddar for a classic and hearty one pot meal.
Ingredients
olive oil, 2 tablespoon
onion diced, 1 medium
green bell pepper diced, 1
lean ground beef, 1 lb
garlic cloves minced, 3
beef broth, 2 and 1 half cups
tomato sauce 15 oz, 1 can
petite diced tomatoes 15 oz, 1 can
macaroni noodles uncooked, 1 and 1 half cups
Crystal Worcestershire Sauce, 2 tablespoon
Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon
bay leaves, 2
paprika, 1 teaspoon
salt, 1 half teaspoon
pepper, 1 half teaspoon
Tillamook Sharp Cheddar Shredded Cheese, 1 cup
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat and cook onion and bell pepper until soft.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, then stir in minced garlic briefly.
Pour in beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Crystal Worcestershire Sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper then simmer covered for twenty minutes.
Add macaroni and cook until al dente while stirring occasionally.
Remove bay leaves and stir in Tillamook Sharp Cheddar Shredded Cheese until melted then serve warm.
Notes
The consistency should be hearty and slightly saucy not too thick or watery.
If the sauce thickens too much add a small splash of broth or water.
Taste before serving and adjust salt or pepper as needed.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American