Grandma's Easy Goulash
A comforting one-pot dish featuring ground beef, tomatoes, elbow noodles, and creamy cheddar cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or plant-based options.
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 3 cups beef broth Can be replaced with vegetable broth.
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups dry elbow noodles Other pasta shapes can be used.
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Freshly grated works better for melting.
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef and break it apart as it cooks.
- Drain any excess fat after browning the beef.
- Add the chopped onions, cooking until translucent, about 5 minutes, then stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato sauce, and seasonings, then bring to a boil.
- Add dry elbow noodles once boiling, reduce heat to simmer, and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Notes
This dish can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for longer storage. Reheat gently on the stove, adding broth to loosen if necessary. For variations, consider adding more vegetables or spices based on preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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