Description

This Cheesy Beef Goulash is a comforting one-pot meal that combines ground beef, pasta, and a blend of cheeses for a hearty and flavorful dish that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 small yellow onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes (undrained)
2 cups beef broth
2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil: In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Cook the ground beef: Until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
Add onion and garlic: Sauté until softened.
Season: With salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.
Stir in: Tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Simmer.
Add macaroni: Stir well and cook covered for 12–15 minutes.
Stir in cheeses: Until melted and creamy. Let rest before serving. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey for beef or use whole wheat pasta for added fiber.
Adjust cheese varieties to your taste—pepper jack or gouda work great too.