Mrs Shirley's Goulash

Mrs. Shirley's Goulash is a timeless, one-pot comfort food classic that combines hearty ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a rich, savory tomato broth infused with paprika and Italian seasoning. This easy weeknight dinner is ready in just 45 minutes and features a medley of diced onions, bell peppers, and garlic for an aromatic base. Simmered to perfection, it’s topped with optional cheddar cheese and freshly chopped parsley for a burst of flavor and color. Ideal for feeding a crowd, this family-friendly dish is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Perfectly seasoned and loaded with warmth, Mrs. Shirley’s Goulash is your next go-to recipe for cozy, feel-good dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the elbow macaroni to the pot.

Step 6

Stir, cover with a lid, and allow the goulash to cook for about 15 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve the goulash hot, optionally garnished with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2438.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2850.7

Total Fat 151.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 429.6mg	0%
Sodium 6988.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.3g	0%
Total Sugars 51.1g
Protein 149.3g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1156.1mg	0%
Iron 23.9mg	0%
Potassium 4358.1mg	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: 47.4%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 31.8%