Description
Experience the warmth of Grandma’s goulash—a heartwarming dish that combines tender pasta, savory ground beef, and vibrant vegetables in a tangy tomato sauce. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make recipe not only fills your home with delightful aromas but also brings family and friends together around the dinner table. Each bite is a nostalgic hug in a bowl that promises satisfaction and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef; cook until browned, stirring occasionally (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced bell peppers, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add canned diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato sauce, and beef broth; mix well.
- Incorporate elbow macaroni into the pot; ensure it's submerged in liquid. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to low.
- Cover pot and simmer for about 15 minutes or until pasta is cooked al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg