Old Fashioned Goulash (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 pound ground beef (lean)
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2 garlic cloves, minced fresh
→ Pasta & Dairy
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1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded fresh
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2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
→ Sauce & Seasonings
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce, rich
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, freshly cracked
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½ teaspoon sea salt, adjust to your liking
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1½ cups beef broth, rich in flavor
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1 can (14.5 oz) juice-packed diced tomatoes
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1 teaspoon sweet paprika
→ Garnish
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Chopped parsley leaves
# Instructions:
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Heat up a large pot on medium, toss in your ground beef, and break it apart as it cooks. Let it brown completely, then get rid of most of the grease, leaving about a tablespoon behind to enhance the flavor.
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Stir in chopped onion and the minced garlic to the beef. Keep cooking and stirring for a couple of minutes until the onion softens and is see-through, letting those tasty smells fill your kitchen.
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Pour in your beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes, including their liquid. Add the paprika, seasoning mix, salt, and pepper. Stir it well and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
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Throw the uncooked macaroni straight into your bubbly sauce. Stir it up, pop the lid on the pot, and let it cook over medium-low heat. Stir now and then for 15 to 20 minutes or until the pasta softens and the sauce thickens.
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Mix in half of the shredded cheddar for an extra creamy texture. Sprinkle the rest over the top, cover the pot, and let it melt to gooey perfection over a couple of minutes.
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Add a sprinkle of chopped parsley over the dish, then serve it straight away. Pair it with a crusty bread slice or a refreshing side salad.
# Notes:
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This cozy all-in-one dish works great for busy nights and reheats like a dream. Keep leftovers in the fridge, and they'll stay good for up to three days—if you can resist them that long!
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Switch things up by tossing in your preferred veggies, like peas, mushrooms, or bell peppers. You can also try swapping cheddar for Parmesan or mozzarella for a fun twist on the flavors.