american goulash recipe

This easy, one-pot American Goulash (aka Beefaroni) is the epitome of comfort food and a meal the entire family will love! It starts with a flavorful homemade meat sauce, then macaroni noodles cooked in the sauce, and finished with a sprinkle of cheese.

American Goulash (Beefaroni)

olive oil

onion (, finely diced)

garlic (, minced)

lb beef

salt and pepper

parsley

basil

EACH garlic powder, and paprika

tsp EACH dried oregano and, chili powder

red pepper flakes

tomato paste

tomato sauce

Worcestershire sauce

sugar

low-sodium beef broth (, divided)

elbow noodles ((8 oz), uncooked)

cheddar cheese

Heat a large skillet with sides, over medium heat. Add oil. Once hot, add onion and saute for several minutes into tender and translucent. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Push onion to the side and add ground beef and season well with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, crumbling it into very small pieces as it cooks. Add all dry spices and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Stir in the tomato paste, tomato sauce, sugar, Worcestershire and 1 ½ cups beef broth. Simmer on low for 15-20 minutes. Taste and add additional seasonings, if needed.

Add additional 3/4 cup broth and uncooked pasta. Cook until pasta is tender. Stir in freshly grated cheese and allow to melt. Serve immediately.

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American Goulash

This American chop suey recipe is the ultimate comfort food dinner. It combines seasoned ground beef with tender veggies, macaroni noodles, and a sweet and savory sauce that's out-of-this-world delicious. Plus, it's super quick and easy it is to make too. In fact, you can have this American chop suey recipe done and on the table in under 30 minutes!  

The BEST Easy American Chop Suey Recipe (Made In 25 Minutes)

ounces. elbow macaroni

butter

¼ cup onion, diced

garlic powder

beef

green bell pepper, chopped

tomatoes,

½ tbsp tomato paste

oregano

Salt and pepper,

Cook the pasta according to the package directions....

Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain the pasta and set aside.

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high...

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add onions and cook until tender, for 4-5...

Add onions and cook until tender, for 4-5 minutes.

Add ground beef and garlic powder. Cook the...

Add ground beef and garlic powder. Cook the ground beef until browned.

Add the green bell pepper and cook until...

Add the green bell pepper and cook until soft, for 5 minutes. 

Add the canned chopped tomatoes with juices, tomato...

Add the canned chopped tomatoes with juices, tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, basil, Worcestershire sauce, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Cook until evenly heated. 

Stir in cooked pasta and serve while still...

Stir in cooked pasta and serve while still warm.

Hearty, easy, comfort food made with ground beef and sausage, tender elbow macaroni, green peppers, onions, and tomatoes. The mixture simmers in marinara sauce for layers of flavor! Ready in just 30 minutes and makes a big batch that’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, game days, or to have planned leftovers on hand. This classic American goulash recipe is always a family favorite! 

beef (~85 to 95% lean)

ground sausage* (or another ground protein if desired)

elbow macaroni (or another small shaped pasta)

small white or yellow onion (diced small)

green pepper

garlic (finely minced)

tomatoes

marinara or tomato sauce

beef broth (I use reduced sodium)

soy sauce (I use reduced sodium)

Italian seasoning

salt (or as desired)

black pepper

To a very large deep-sided pot or Dutch oven, add the ground beef, ground sausage or whatever combination of proteins you&#x27;re using, and cook over medium-high heat, stirring and crumbling the proteins as the cook to ensure cooking. If necessary or desired, drain off any fat. I don&#x27;t drain it even if I have some because the fat will prevent the pasta from sticking. Tip -  Begin cooking the pasta while the proteins are cooking.

While the proteins are browning, cook the pasta in a separate pot according to package directions. Drain and set aside until step 6.

To the Dutch oven with the browned proteins, add the onions, green peppers, and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until beginning to soften; stir frequently.

Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant; stir constantly.

Add the diced tomatoes, marinara, beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, stir to combine, and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

Add the cooked pasta and stir to combine.

Optionally garish with parsley and serve. Leftover goulash will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months. It reheats very well in the microwave.

This American Goulash recipe is pure nostalgic comfort food with ground beef and macaroni in a flavorful tomato based sauce.

onion,

green bell pepper, diced

garlic cloves, finely chopped

Tbsp paprika

tsp red chili flakes

beef broth

bay leaves

dry elbow macaroni

Heat olive oil in a large heavy bottomed...

Heat olive oil in a large heavy bottomed pot over medium high heat. Add onion and bell pepper, sauté until they start to get soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.

Add in ground beef and break it up...

Add in ground beef and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook, stirring from time to time, until it is no longer pink. Add Italian seasoning, paprika, red chili flakes, salt and pepper. Cook 1-2 minutes.

Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, beef broth,...

Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce and bay leaves. Bring to a low boil, reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Remove bay leaves. Return the sauce to a...

Remove bay leaves. Return the sauce to a boil, then stir in macaroni pasta, and cook till just a bit firmer than your desired tenderness, about 15-20 minutes.

Stir in cheese. Cook 2-3 minutes, till it...

Stir in cheese. Cook 2-3 minutes, till it has melted and mixed in well.

Serve immediately.

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