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Easy Ground Beef Goulash: Quick Comfort Food Dinner

A close-up of a hearty bowl of ground beef goulash mixed with elbow macaroni and topped with melted cheddar cheese.
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Make this simple ground beef goulash for a hearty, family-friendly meal. This one pot ground beef recipe comes together fast on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons paprika (use sweet or smoked)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni or small pasta shape
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot with the ground beef and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with juice), and beef broth. Stir well to combine.
  5. Add the paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Stir in the elbow macaroni. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
  7. Remove from heat. If using, sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the top and cover for 2 minutes until melted. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use smoked paprika instead of sweet paprika.
  • This savory paprika ground beef dinner pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread for dipping.
  • If the goulash becomes too thick while simmering, add a splash more beef broth or water.

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