One Pot Goulash: The Secret Recipe Grandma Swore By for Comfort Food Perfection
A hearty and comforting one-pot goulash that combines savory beef, vegetables, and pasta for a perfect family meal.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 diced onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 green bell pepper green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper salt and pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced green bell pepper. Cook until vegetables are soft.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, macaroni, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Serve hot.
Notes
For a creamier texture, add a splash of milk or more cheese before serving.