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Old fashioned goulash with ground beef, macaroni, tomatoes, peppers, and onions in a heavy pot

Old Fashioned Goulash with Ground Beef and Macaroni

Old Fashioned Goulash with Ground Beef and Macaroni is a hearty, comforting meal with tender macaroni, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato-based sauce. It is an easy choice for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 411 g) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, and green bell pepper to the beef. Cook until the vegetables have softened.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the elbow macaroni and stir.
  3. Lower the heat, cover the pot, and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until the macaroni is tender and cooked through.
  4. Taste the goulash and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
  1. Serve the goulash hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat until hot.