American Goulash
This American Goulash is a quick and easy one-pot meal that brings comfort food to a healthier level. Packed with lean ground beef, whole-wheat macaroni, and rich flavors, it's the perfect dinner to satisfy the whole family.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ cups chopped onion
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 (14-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (8-ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium beef or chicken broth
- 1¼ cups whole-wheat elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onion and ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, and broth. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the whole-wheat elbow macaroni. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender, about 6–9 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the pot sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve in bowls, topping each portion with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.