American Goulash
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
370 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
American Goulash
Description
This American Goulash recipe starts by sautéing onion and red bell pepper in olive oil, then browning ground beef. Garlic is added briefly before combining with beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and seasonings including Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Elbow macaroni is stirred in, and the whole mixture is simmered until the pasta is tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
The flavor profile balances savory beef with the acidity and richness of canned tomatoes and beef broth, layered with aromatic Italian herbs and a touch of paprika for warmth. The Worcestershire sauce adds depth and umami, complementing the garlic and veggies.
Served hot straight from the pot, the dish can be topped with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped parsley for added richness and color. It works as a filling main course offering a mix of textures: tender pasta, ground beef, and softened vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 red bell pepper seeds removed and chopped
- 1 lb. ground beef can use ground turkey or chicken
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 15 oz beef broth canned
- 15 oz tomato sauce canned
- 15 oz diced tomatoes canned
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning dried
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup cheddar cheese for serving, optional, shredded
- parsley for garnish, optional, Italian, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef, breaking up the meat into small pieces using a wooden spoon. Cook until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add the macaroni and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and cook for about 12 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally so the pasta doesn’t stick.
- When the pasta is done, remove the bay leaf and ladle the goulash into bowls. Top with shredded cheese, if desired. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 370 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 370kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 970mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 588mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1032IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 158mg | 16% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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