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Easy Goulash Recipe

Easy Goulash Recipe: Quick Comfort Food for Busy Nights

This Easy Goulash Recipe brings comforting flavors in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy nights with family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if necessary.
  • 1 cup Onion, diced Yellow or white onion works best.
  • 1 piece Green Bell Pepper, diced Can substitute with red or yellow bell pepper.
  • 3 tsp Garlic, minced Freshly minced garlic is preferred.
  • 2 lbs Ground Beef, lean Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
For the Sauce
  • 2 15 oz cans Tomato Sauce Substitute with crushed tomatoes if desired.
  • 2 15 oz cans Diced Tomatoes, petite Can replace with fresh tomatoes in season.
  • 3 cups Beef Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 3 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Optional, but enhances flavor.
  • 2 tsp Seasoned Salt Can substitute with regular salt.
  • 2 tbsp Italian Seasoning Mix your own with dried basil, oregano, and thyme.
  • 3 pieces Bay Leaves Remember to remove before serving.
For the Pasta and Cheese
  • 2 cups Macaroni Noodles, uncooked Swap for gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded Sharp cheddar offers a robust taste.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil by warming 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté 1 cup of diced onion and 1 diced green bell pepper for 3-5 minutes until tender.
  3. Add 3 teaspoons of minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate 2 pounds of lean ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  5. Stir in 2 cans of tomato sauce, 2 cans of diced tomatoes, and 3 cups of beef broth along with the rest of the seasonings.
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  7. Add 2 cups of uncooked macaroni and cover, cooking for another 10-12 minutes until the pasta is tender.
  8. Remove bay leaves and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with a delicious salad or some crusty bread for a complete meal that everyone will enjoy.

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