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Nostalgic American Goulash: A Delicious Family Favorite!

A comforting and hearty dish that combines ground beef, pasta, and cheese, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet or pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the elbow macaroni to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once the pasta is cooked, remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño while cooking the vegetables.
  • Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, and use whole wheat pasta for added fiber.

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