Easy Goulash Recipe
This easy goulash recipe is family-friendly comfort food at it's best! It's a one pot American classic made with beef and pasta simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 bell pepper , chopped
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt , such as Lawry’s
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning , plus more to taste
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce , plus more to taste
- 1 (15-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 (15-ounce) can beef or chicken broth , add an extra cup if desired (see note)
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 ½ cups dry elbow noodles
- Salt , plus more to taste
- Ground black pepper , plus more to taste
- Bay leaf , optional
For serving (optional): Shredded cheddar cheese and Fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook one pound ground beef, 1/2 cup onion, and 1 bell pepper over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, or until brown. Drain any grease, if needed. Stir in 2 teaspoons garlic, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt, and 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce. Let cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir in 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 can tomato sauce, 1 cup corn, and 1 can broth. Season with salt and pepper. Add bay leaf, if desired. Bring to a light simmer and add 1 1/2 cups noodles. Stir and cover with a lid. Let cook 10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender, stirring halfway to prevent noodles from sticking.
- Season to taste. Sprinkle cheese over top, if desired, and cover 1 minute, or until the cheese has melted. Add fresh basil or parsley, if desired. Serve while hot!
Notes
Add-ins: It's easy to add in extra veggies when cooking the onions. Sometimes I'll add in chopped celery or mushrooms.
Storage: Place any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days. To reheat, simply microwave or heat on stove until warmed throughout.
Freezer instructions: Place any leftovers in a 8×8-inch metal tin and wrap with foil. When ready to eat, place in the refrigerator to thaw overnight and cook at 350°F for 30 to 45 minutes, or until hot. Top with cheese before baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 243kcal, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 19g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Cholesterol: 35mg, Sodium: 1036mg, Potassium: 746mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 820IU, Vitamin C: 30mg, Calcium: 69mg, Iron: 4mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
