Description
Experience the nostalgia of grandma’s goulash with every comforting spoonful. This one-pot wonder combines tender ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and elbow macaroni in a rich, savory tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this easy recipe delivers robust flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no pink remains. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Stir in the diced bell peppers and seasonings (Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper). Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes and beef broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add elbow macaroni to the pot; stir well and cover. Cook according to package instructions until pasta is tender (about 8-10 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg