Cowboy Goulash
Cowboy Goulash is a hearty one-pot meal combining ground beef, pasta, and vegetables simmered in a tomato-based sauce.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Beef | 800 | Grams |
| Onion | 1 | Count |
| Bell Pepper | 1 | Count |
| Garlic | 3 | Clove |
| Canned Tomatoes | 800 | Grams |
| Tomato Sauce | 400 | Grams |
| Beef Broth | 500 | Milliliters |
| Elbow Macaroni | 300 | Grams |
| Cheddar Cheese | 200 | Grams |
| Olive Oil | 2 | Tbsp |
| Paprika | 1 | Tsp |
| Salt | 1 | Tsp |
| Black Pepper | 0.5 | Tsp |
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground beef to the pot, cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in canned tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
- Add paprika, salt, and black pepper, stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add elbow macaroni, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional cheese or fresh herbs.
Kitchen equipment
Large Pot