Cheesy Old Fashioned Goulash
A comforting one-pot meal with rich flavors, gooey cheese, and the simplicity of pasta and meat, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Meat and base ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef or turkey Ground turkey can be used for a lighter option.
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2.5 cups water
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 15-ounce cans tomato sauce
- 2 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes
Seasonings
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp Adobo seasoning
- 3 pieces bay leaves
- 1 tbsp seasoned salt
- 1/2 tbsp black pepper
Pasta and cheese
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked Any short pasta can be substituted.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Add more for a cheesier dish.
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add the ground beef or turkey, and cook until browned.
Cooking
- Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, water, Italian seasoning, Adobo seasoning, bay leaves, seasoned salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni and cook until the pasta is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove bay leaves before serving.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
To store leftovers, let the goulash cool completely, transfer to an airtight container, and refrigerate for 3-4 days. It can also be frozen for longer storage.