Southern Style Goulash
A comforting and hearty dish combining pasta, beef, and a rich tomato sauce that is perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
For the Goulash
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1.5 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- to taste Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Cooking
- Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese for a creamy finish, if using. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving to thicken.
Serving
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste; adding a pinch of cayenne pepper can spice it up a bit. Consider adding bell peppers or celery for added flavor and nutrition. For an extra kick, top your serving with a dollop of sour cream or some sliced jalapeños. You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef for a lighter version.