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Healthy Goulash

A hearty and nutritious goulash packed with flavor and lean protein, perfect for a family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

Meat

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef (ground chicken or ground turkey)

Vegetables

  • 1 large yellow onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic

Liquids

  • 3 cups water
  • 2 15 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 2 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes

Condiments

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or liquid aminos)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (gluten free)
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Cheese

  • ½ cup white sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)

Pasta

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni (gluten free)

Instructions
 

  • Cook ground beef in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until browned, about 10 minutes. Skim off excess fat, then add onions and garlic.
  • Cook until onions are translucent, about 10 minutes.
  • Add water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, paprika, dry mustard, and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Stir in macaroni, cover, and simmer until pasta is tender, about 25 minutes. Remove from heat, discard bay leaves, and top with cheese.
  • Mix well and serve.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
Keyword ground beef