American Goulash

Ingredients

• 2 lb Ground Beef (80% lean, break up while cooking)
• 1 White Onion (Medium, diced)
• 3 tsp Minced Garlic (Fresh minced; can use garlic powder (1/2 tsp) as substitute)
• 1.5 tsp Chili Powder
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 3 cup Beef Broth (Low‑sodium preferred)
• 2 15 oz can Tomato Sauce (No added herbs needed)
• 2 15 oz can Diced Tomatoes
• 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground if possible)
• 0.5 lb Elbow Noodles (Can substitute any short pasta)
• 1.5 cup Shredded Mozzarella or Cheddar Cheese (Approximately 6 oz; choose your favorite)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients

   Dice the white onion and set aside. Measure all spices, broth, and cheese.

   Time: PT5M

2. Brown Beef and Onion

   Heat the pot over medium‑high heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook, breaking up the meat, for 7‑10 minutes until beef is browned and onion is soft.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

3. Toast Spices

   Add minced garlic, chili powder, and paprika to the pot. Stir and toast for about 90 seconds until fragrant.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

4. Add Liquids and Seasonings

   Pour in the beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

5. Simmer the Sauce

   Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium‑low and let it simmer for 10‑15 minutes to develop flavor.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: Medium‑low

6. Cook the Noodles

   Add the elbow noodles to the pot, ensuring they are submerged. Simmer for another 10‑15 minutes until the noodles are al dente.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: Medium‑low

7. Finish with Cheese

   Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese until fully melted and gooey.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

420

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

4 g