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Goulash For One

Enjoy a comforting bowl of one-pot American goulash made with tender beef, tomatoes, and pasta. Perfect for a quick and easy single serving dinner.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Lactose
Keyword: american goulash, chop suey, goulash, ground beef, hamburger helper, one pan, pasta
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped onions
  • ½ cup chopped green bell peppers
  • 4 ounces ground beef
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • ½ cup canned diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 ounces elbow macaroni
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Instructions

  • In a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil 30 seconds. Add onions and peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes until tender.
  • Add garlic and ground beef, breaking up the ground beef as it cooks. Cook, stirring occasionally until meat is no longer pink and is starting to brown, 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and water and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the pasta, cover, and simmer over low heat until pasta is tender, 15 minutes. Be sure to stir the pasta occasionally so that the noodles don't stick together.
  • Transfer to a bowl and enjoy hot.

Notes

  1. Read the Recipe First: Before you start, read the whole recipe, including the Ingredient Notes and process photos. This will help you understand each step and ensure your goulash turns out perfect.
  2. Cheesy Finish: Top your goulash with shredded cheese or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
  3. Noodle Flexibility: Use any pasta you have on hand; it doesn’t have to be the one recommended in the recipe.
  4. Pasta Care: Stir the pasta occasionally while cooking to prevent it from sticking together.
  5. Boost the Flavor: Use chicken or beef broth instead of water to enhance the flavor of your goulash.
  6. Lighter Option: Substitute ground turkey for ground beef if you prefer a lighter version.
  7. Fresh Over Canned: Use a chopped fresh tomato instead of canned for a fresher taste.
  8. Scaling Up: Double the ingredients if you want to make more servings, perfect for meal prep or future dinners.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 576kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 902mg | Potassium: 1267mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 671IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 6mg

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