Velveeta Goulash

Dive into comfort food bliss with this Velveeta Goulash recipe—a hearty and creamy one-pot wonder that's perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. Packed with savory ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato sauce base, this dish takes a cheesy twist with cubes of Velveeta melted to silky perfection. Infused with aromatic garlic, onions, and a blend of paprika and Italian seasoning, every bite delivers a burst of flavor. It's quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep and ready in about 30 minutes, making it an ideal family-friendly dinner for busy weeknights. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this cheesy goulash is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Comfort food cravings, meet your match!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium (diced) onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups (uncooked) elbow macaroni
• 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 pound (cubed) Velveeta cheese
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Stir in the paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to evenly coat the beef mixture.

Step 5

Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni, cover, and let it simmer on low heat for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Once the pasta is cooked, add the cubed Velveeta cheese to the skillet. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and evenly distributed throughout the goulash.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasonings with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2200.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2437.6

Total Fat 125.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 349.6mg	0%
Sodium 5949.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 125.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 456.4mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 2566.9mg	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: 46.1%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 33.4%