One-Pot American Goulash
One-Pot American Goulash is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and nostalgia to your dinner table. This effortless, one-pot meal combines lean ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and colorful bell peppers simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this hearty dish is sure to delight even the pickiest eaters while requiring minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups water or broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked and crumbly.
- Add chopped bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, mixing well.
- Add elbow macaroni along with water or broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente.
- Sprinkle onion powder and garlic powder over the goulash before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping ground beef for turkey or using whole wheat pasta for added nutrition. Experiment with different vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for additional flavor.