Lunch Lady Texas Goulash

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (14.5 oz) can corn, drained
• 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup uncooked small elbow macaroni
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is cooked through and the vegetables are softened, about 8 minutes.
2. Add the chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute more.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, black beans, and macaroni. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove the lid and stir in the cheese. Cook for 5 minutes more, or until the macaroni is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
5. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• The term “goulash” originated in Hungary and is derived from the Hungarian gulyás.
• Goulash is a popular comfort food in many European countries and the United States.
• This dish is sometimes referred to as “Texas Goulash” due to its combination of ingredients.