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Goulash

Hearty Goulash to Warm Your Soul in Just 25 Minutes

This Hearty Goulash recipe is a comforting dish that evokes nostalgia and warmth, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat and Veggies
  • 1 lb Ground beef Can substitute with turkey or lentils.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions recommended.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Saucy Goodness
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Soy sauce can be used as a substitute.
  • 15 oz Tomato sauce
  • 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes Fire-roasted recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Homemade mixes can enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Elbow macaroni Substitutes like shells are acceptable.
  • 2 cups Water As needed for sauce consistency.
For Optional Creaminess
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Optional for topping.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Goulash
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook for about 4 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat over medium heat, then add ground beef and chopped onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes until beef is browned.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and Worcestershire sauce, cooking for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning, mixing well. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Gently fold the cooked macaroni into the goulash mixture and simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese into the goulash during the final minutes of cooking and stir until melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with favorite veggies like bell peppers or corn for added texture and flavor.

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