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A hearty, one-pot American classic! Tender ground beef and elbow macaroni swim in a rich, savory tomato sauce. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
For 4 servings
Sauté Aromatics and Brown Beef
Build the Sauce
Cook the Macaroni
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A hearty, one-pot American classic! Tender ground beef and elbow macaroni swim in a rich, savory tomato sauce. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
This american recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 720.22 calories per serving with 48.44g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for dinner or lunch.
Finish and Serve
Add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes along with the paprika for a kick of heat.
Sauté 1 chopped bell pepper and 1 diced carrot with the onion for extra nutrients and flavor.
Stir in 1/4 cup of sour cream or heavy cream at the end (with the heat off) for a richer, creamier sauce.
Substitute the ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or even Italian sausage for a different flavor profile.
Ground beef is an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles, tissues, and supporting overall body function.
This dish provides a significant amount of heme iron from the beef, a form that is easily absorbed by the body. Iron is crucial for creating red blood cells and preventing anemia.
The cooked tomato products, like diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, are a great source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to improved heart health.
The elbow macaroni provides complex carbohydrates, which are the body's primary fuel source, giving you sustained energy.
Beef Goulash is a hearty comfort food rich in protein. While delicious, it can be high in calories, fat, and sodium. To make it healthier, you can use leaner ground beef (93/7), choose low-sodium beef broth and tomato products, and add extra vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or zucchini.
A typical serving of this Beef Goulash (about 1.5 cups) contains approximately 650-750 calories, depending on the fat content of the beef and whether you add cheese. This is an estimate and can vary based on specific ingredients used.
American Goulash, like this recipe, is a one-pot pasta dish with ground beef and a tomato-based sauce. Traditional Hungarian Goulash (Gulyás) is a slow-cooked beef stew, rich with paprika, that does not contain pasta cooked in the sauce. It's typically served over egg noodles or with dumplings.
Yes. Brown the beef, onion, and garlic on the stovetop first, then transfer to the slow cooker. Add all other ingredients except the macaroni and cheese. Cook on low for 4-6 hours. Stir in the dry macaroni during the last 30-45 minutes of cooking and cook until tender.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of beef broth or water to loosen the sauce as the pasta will have absorbed more liquid.