Spicy Ground Beef Goulash

Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this flavorful Spicy Ground Beef Goulash, a one-pot wonder that combines tender ground beef, hearty macaroni, and a zesty, tomato-based sauce for a meal that’s as bold as it is satisfying. Packed with aromatic spices like paprika, cayenne, and chili powder, this crowd-pleasing dish delivers just the right amount of heat, balanced by the creaminess of melted cheddar cheese. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, offering six generous servings that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Top it off with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and watch this easy-to-make goulash become a regular at your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 15 oz tomato sauce
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the pot. Stir until combined.

Step 6

Mix in the paprika, cayenne pepper, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 8

Add the elbow macaroni to the pot and stir well. Cover the pot and simmer for another 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked to your desired texture.

Step 9

Once the pasta is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices as needed.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2630.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2970.6

Total Fat 169.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 429.0mg	0%
Sodium 7164.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 38.9g
Protein 151.8g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1115.1mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 2996.8mg	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: 51.2%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 28.5%