- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 large yellow onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup beef broth
- Two 15-ounce cans tomato sauce
- Two 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 3 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
These ingredients come together to form a rich, hearty stew that’s thick enough to satisfy but not heavy or greasy.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Ground Beef
In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, sauté the ground beef over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Break the meat apart as it cooks so it browns evenly. Once fully cooked, spoon off and discard any excess grease.
Step 2: Build the Flavor Base
Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté with the beef until the onions become soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the water and beef broth, then add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
Cover the pot with a lid and let the mixture simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the sauce to deepen.
Step 3: Cook the Pasta
Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni, making sure it’s fully submerged in the liquid. Cover the pot again and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the pasta is just al dente.
Important tip: Do not overcook the pasta. It will continue to soften slightly even after you remove the pot from heat, and mushy goulash is never a good thing.
Step 4: Finish and Serve
Remove the pot from heat and discard the bay leaves. Spoon the goulash into bowls and top each serving with shredded cheddar cheese. Serve warm and enjoy.
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