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A hearty, one-pot comfort food classic from the American Midwest. Tender ground beef and elbow macaroni are simmered in a rich, savory tomato sauce. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s a family favorite for busy weeknights.
For 4 servings
Brown Beef and Sauté Aromatics (10-12 minutes)
Build the Sauce (5 minutes)
Cook the Macaroni (10-15 minutes)
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A hearty, one-pot comfort food classic from the American Midwest. Tender ground beef and elbow macaroni are simmered in a rich, savory tomato sauce. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s a family favorite for busy weeknights.
This midwest recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 763.48 calories per serving with 50.31g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Finish and Serve (5 minutes)
Add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a finely diced jalapeño along with the garlic for a spicy kick.
Incorporate 1 cup of frozen corn, sliced mushrooms, or chopped zucchini during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
Substitute the ground beef with ground turkey, ground chicken, or crumbled Italian sausage for a different flavor profile.
After removing from the heat, stir in 1/2 cup of sour cream or 4 ounces of softened cream cheese for a richer, creamier sauce.
Ground beef is an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles, supporting immune function, and maintaining overall body strength.
The tomato base of this dish is packed with lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage and is linked to a reduced risk of certain chronic diseases.
The macaroni provides complex carbohydrates, which are the body's primary source of fuel, offering sustained energy to power you through your day.
American Goulash is a one-pot pasta dish made with ground beef, tomato sauce, and elbow macaroni. Hungarian Goulash is a traditional, slow-cooked beef stew, rich with paprika and typically served over noodles or with bread, but the pasta is not cooked in the stew itself.
It can be part of a balanced diet. It provides protein from beef, carbohydrates for energy, and nutrients from the vegetables. To make it healthier, you can use leaner ground beef (90/10), low-sodium broth, and add more vegetables like carrots or spinach.
A 1.5-cup serving of this goulash contains approximately 550-650 calories, depending on the fat content of the beef and whether you add cheese.
Absolutely! Any short pasta shape works well. Try using rotini, penne, small shells, or ditalini. You may need to adjust the cooking time slightly based on the pasta's instructions.
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, or microwave in 60-second intervals, stirring in between.
Yes, you can make it gluten-free by substituting the elbow macaroni with your favorite gluten-free short pasta and using a gluten-free Worcestershire sauce.