Description
One Pot American Goulash is a quick and comforting all-in-one meal featuring tender ground beef, elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato sauce. This hearty dish is perfect for busy weeknights, offering bold flavors and minimal cleanup while being customizable to suit various dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (lean or regular)
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large pot over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned and no longer pink. Break the meat apart with a spoon to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pot with the beef and cook until fragrant and translucent to build a flavorful base.
- Stir in Tomatoes and Seasonings: Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Add Pasta and Simmer: Stir in the elbow macaroni, cover the pot, and simmer while stirring occasionally. Cook until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Final Touches and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, optionally topped with shredded cheese or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use lean beef to reduce excess grease and create a healthier dish.
- Stir occasionally while simmering to prevent pasta from sticking and promote even cooking.
- Keep the simmer gentle to avoid burning and allow flavors to develop fully.
- Customize the sauce by adding Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of sugar if tomatoes taste too acidic.
- Let the goulash rest for a few minutes off heat to thicken and blend the flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg