American Goulash

This American goulash brings together tender pasta, hearty ground beef, and a rich tomato sauce for a dish that's as comforting as it is easy to make. Simple and affordable, it's perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword American Goulash

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 349kcal

Author Cathy Pollak

Equipment

Ingredients

2 cups dry elbow macaroni
1 lb. (93%) ground beef
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1 large carrot, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 (14 oz.) can diced tomatoes drained
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3 tbsps. tomato paste
1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 tbsps. chopped parsley

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to the package directions, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2 cups dry elbow macaroni
While the pasta is cooking, add the ground beef, onion, peppers, carrot, and garlic to a pot or deep skillet. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, or until the beef is no longer pink.
1 lb. (93%) ground beef, 1/2 cup diced yellow onion, 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1 large carrot, grated, 2 cloves garlic, minced
Add the remaining ingredients to the pot, except for the parsley.
1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce, 1 (14 oz.) can diced tomatoes , 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, 3 tbsps. tomato paste, 1 tsp. dried oregano leaves, 1 tsp. dried basil, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. onion powder, 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, 1/2 tsp. black pepper
Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, then add the pasta and mix until well combined. Taste and adjust salt if needed, then top with parsley.
2 tbsps. chopped parsley

Notes

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