Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Goulash

Warm, hearty, and irresistibly comforting, this Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Goulash is the ultimate one-pot dinner your whole family will adore. Featuring tender ground beef, perfectly cooked elbow macaroni, and a rich, flavorful tomato sauce infused with garlic, paprika, and Italian spices, this dish brings a burst of cozy flavors to your table. The addition of melted cheddar cheese takes it to new levels of indulgence, creating a creamy, gooey finish that pairs beautifully with every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it straight from the skillet, garnished with fresh parsley, for a soul-satisfying meal that’s as easy as it is delicious. Keywords: cheesy beef goulash, one-pot pasta, macaroni dinner, weeknight meals, comfort food recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups beef or chicken broth
• 2 cups dry elbow macaroni
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Stir in the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, paprika, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring to combine and release the aromas of the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef or chicken broth. Stir thoroughly to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the dry elbow macaroni and stir well. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the macaroni cook in the tomato-beef mixture for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Once the macaroni is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and evenly distributed.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley (if desired) and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2793.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3270.2

Total Fat 184.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 559.7mg	0%
Sodium 7681.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 33.7g
Protein 179.2g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1941.7mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 3778.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 28.1%