🍲 Description
American Goulash is a classic budget-friendly comfort dish made with ground beef, elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato-based sauce. Unlike Hungarian goulash, this version is a simple one-pot pasta meal that’s hearty, filling, and perfect for busy weeknights.
😍 Flavor & Experience
Savory beef, tender pasta, and a rich, slightly tangy tomato sauce all come together in one cozy bite. It’s soft, hearty, and deeply satisfying—like a nostalgic homemade meal that never disappoints.
⏱️ Prep: 10 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 40 min
🍽️ Servings: 6
🔥 Nutrition (approx per serving)
Calories: 480 kcal | Protein: 28g
🛒 Ingredients
500g ground beef
1 onion (chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
2 cups beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
Brown the beef
In a large pot, cook ground beef with onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add garlic & seasoning
Stir in garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Build the sauce
Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Mix well.
Cook pasta
Stir in uncooked macaroni. Simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
Finish creamy (optional)
Add cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
Serve hot
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
Add chili flakes for a spicy kick 🌶️
Use cheddar for a richer, cheesy version 🧀
Let it rest so the sauce thickens perfectly
