One Pot Old-Fashioned American Goulash
A classic comfort food favorite made easy in one pot loaded with hearty beef, tender pasta, and rich tomato flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, and make-ahead meal prep.
Why You’ll Love This American Goulash:
One-pot recipe = easy cleanup
Budget-friendly & filling using simple pantry staples
Family-friendly comfort food kids and adults both love
Great for leftovers & meal prep tastes even better the next day
Ready in under 45 minutes
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ yellow onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 can (15 oz) petite diced tomatoes, drained
1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce
2 cups elbow pasta
3 cups beef broth
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions:
Sauté the Vegetables
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
Brown the Ground Beef
Add ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
Season for Maximum Flavor
Stir in garlic, seasoned salt, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
Build the Goulash
Add diced tomatoes, pasta sauce, uncooked elbow pasta, and beef broth. Stir well.
Simmer Until Perfect
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
Make It Cheesy
Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Serve & Enjoy:
Spoon into bowls and enjoy this cozy, old-fashioned American goulash!
Nutrition & Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: ~400 kcal per serving
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One Pot Old-Fashioned American Goulash made with ground beef, tender pasta, rich tomato sauce, and melted cheddar cheese. An easy, hearty comfort food perfect for family dinners, meal prep, and busy weeknights.
