American Goulash is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that is perfect for cozy family dinners. Made with ground beef, tomatoes, pasta, and a blend of spices, this dish is easy to make and loved by both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, macaroni, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the macaroni is cooked to your liking.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
American Goulash is also known as American Chop Suey or Slumgullion.
This dish became popular during the Great Depression as an affordable and filling meal.
Leftovers of American Goulash taste even better the next day as the flavors have a chance to meld together.