Creamy and Cheesy Beef Goulash
Introduction
Creamy and Cheesy Beef Goulash is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This one-pan dish combines hearty ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato sauce with layers of melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Aromatic garlic, onions, and a blend of Italian and Adobo seasonings give it a robust flavor, while the slow simmer ensures every bite is tender and savory. Easy to prepare, hearty, and cheesy, this goulash is perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or enjoying as leftovers the next day.
Ingredients
For the Goulash
- 900 g ground beef or turkey (≈ 2 lbs)
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 600 ml water (≈ 2 ½ cups)
- 120 ml beef broth (≈ ½ cup)
- 80 ml olive oil (≈ 1/3 cup)
- 2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce (≈ 850 g total / 30 oz)
- 2 (15-ounce) cans diced tomatoes (≈ 850 g total / 30 oz)
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp Adobo seasoning
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp seasoned salt
- ½ tbsp black pepper
- 200 g elbow macaroni, uncooked (≈ 2 cups)
- 100 g shredded mozzarella cheese (≈ 1 cup)
- 50 g shredded cheddar cheese (≈ ½ cup)
Directions
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