Description
Experience the warm embrace of Grandma’s Goulash, a hearty dish that combines savory ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and vibrant vegetables in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special family gatherings, this nostalgic recipe is sure to delight with its comforting flavors and inviting aroma. Whether served fresh or as leftovers, each bite brings back cherished memories and laughter around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red or green)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned (6-8 minutes). Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in diced tomatoes with juices and beef broth; scrape any flavorful bits from the pot.
- Incorporate elbow macaroni, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning; mix well.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until pasta is tender and flavors meld.
- Stir before serving; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg