Mom's Simple Goulash

Warm, hearty, and brimming with nostalgic charm, Mom’s Simple Goulash is the ultimate one-pot comfort food that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Featuring tender ground beef, perfectly cooked elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onion, paprika, and Italian seasoning, this recipe brings robust flavors to your table in just 45 minutes. Simmered in savory beef broth for extra depth, this goulash is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese for a touch of creamy indulgence, and enjoy this crowd-pleasing classic that serves up to six. Simple ingredients, bold flavors, and minimal effort—this dish has it all!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 cups canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1.5 cups tomato sauce
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, beef broth, paprika, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Stir in the elbow macaroni, ensure it is fully submerged in the liquid, and cover the pot with a lid. Simmer for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.

Step 6

Taste the goulash and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2216.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2637.4

Total Fat 138.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 482.9mg	0%
Sodium 6277.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.8g
Protein 147.4g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1071.4mg	0%
Iron 22.8mg	0%
Potassium 2567.8mg	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: 47.5%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 30.1%