Best Goulash Recipe
Busy days call for a recipe like Easy Goulash, a one-pot masterpiece that practically cooks itself. It’s cheesy, meaty, and 1000% delicious.
Servings 4 servings (2 cups each)
Calories 675kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (see note 1)
- 1 large onion peeled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (see note 2)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni or other small pasta
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese for serving
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat, add beef, onion, and Italian seasoning. Cook until beef is browned, about 5 minutes. Drain well.
- Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, macaroni, water, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper.
- Cover and simmer until macaroni is mostly tender, about 10 minutes. Uncover and cook until macaroni is tender and sauce has thickened slightly, about 3 to 5 minutes longer, then season to taste with salt and pepper (I like an additional 1/4 teaspoon salt). Garnish with cheddar cheese.
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Notes
- Ground beef: For a lighter casserole, substitute ground turkey or chicken.
- Italian seasoning: To make your own Italian Seasoning, in a small bowl, combine 2 Tbsp. of dried basil, 2 Tbsp. of dried oregano, 2 Tbsp. of dried rosemary, 2 Tbsp. of dried thyme, and 2 Tbsp. of dried marjoram. Store extra in an airtight container.
- Yield: This recipe makes about 8 c. of goulash, enough for 4 hearty, 2-c. servings.
- Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 2 cups | Calories: 675kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 479mg | Potassium: 570mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 350mg | Iron: 4mg