Penny's Easy Goulash

Warm, comforting, and irresistibly simple, Penny's Easy Goulash is the perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Bursting with bold flavors, this classic American goulash combines tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, and a hearty tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic garlic, onions, and a touch of paprika. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a total cook time of 25 minutes, this recipe is incredibly quick to make while delivering big on satisfying, crowd-pleasing taste. Top it with shredded cheddar cheese for an extra layer of indulgence, and serve it alongside crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a complete and delicious meal. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or meal prepping for the week, this versatile dish is sure to become a household favorite! Perfect keywords: easy goulash recipe, one-pot meal, comfort food, quick and easy dinner, family-friendly recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 2 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if needed.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and beef broth. Mix to combine.

Step 4

Season with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If the goulash is thicker than you like, you can add a small amount of water or broth to thin it out.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat. If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top before serving.

Step 8

Serve hot and enjoy Penny's Easy Goulash with a side of crusty bread or a simple green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2648.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2681.0

Total Fat 129.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 441.1mg	0%
Sodium 5754.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 46.4g
Protein 152.9g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1110.7mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 3850.9mg	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: 42.4%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 35.2%