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Cheesy Ground Beef Goulash

A quick, comforting goulash with tender pasta, savory ground beef, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown ground beef, draining excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook 2–3 minutes.
  4. Add paprika, Italian herbs, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Pour in broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Add uncooked elbow macaroni. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook 12–15 minutes until pasta is tender.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  7. Optional: Transfer to baking dish, sprinkle with Parmesan, and broil 3–5 minutes for golden top.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Store in fridge 4 days, freezes up to 2 months. Adjust liquid for desired consistency.