American goulash

Here’s a classic American Goulash recipe 🇺🇸🍝
Hearty, cheesy, and comforting—perfect for weeknight dinners.

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American Goulash

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
• 1–1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

1. Cook beef
   • In a large skillet or pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned.
   • Drain excess fat.
2. Add veggies & seasonings
   • Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
   • Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Add liquids & pasta
   • Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth.
   • Bring to a boil.
   • Stir in uncooked elbow macaroni.
4. Simmer
   • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
5. Add cheese
   • Stir in shredded cheddar until melted and creamy.
6. Serve
   • Serve hot, optionally topped with extra cheese or chopped parsley.

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Tips

• Use a mix of cheeses for extra flavor.
• Can add bell peppers, mushrooms, or peas for veggies.
• Leftovers taste great the next day and reheat well.

If you want a slow cooker version, stovetop shortcut, or spicy variation, I can give that too.