Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash

Hamburger Goulash has been around for generations. It seems families all have their own way of making Hamburger Goulash. This recipe is for Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash. This is the recipe to make when you want the whole family to love dinner. This is a great weeknight dinner that is so easy to make and only takes 1 hour from the beginning to the dinner table.

Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash is comfort food to help you relax and feel full for the evening.

Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash is a dish that everyone seems to love, and rightfully so. Elbow Macaroni, Ground Beef, tomatoes, and Tomato Sauce loaded with cheese! Is there even a better meal than this? Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash is a dish that will bring everyone running for dinner.

The dish is savory and loaded with tons of flavor! Go ahead, gather the ingredients, and get this started for dinner tonight!

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Why is this recipe better than all the others?

This Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash is super easy to make, it tastes great and everyone loves it. Loaded with Beef, pasta tomato Sauce, and Cheese this dish is the perfect weeknight meal!  There are just a few ingredients and there will be a ton of compliments!

Do you have any variations that can be suggested?

You can add vegetables to the Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash. Veggies such as corn, zucchini, cauliflower, or beans would all make a great addition. You could use Ground Sausage in place of the Ground Beef, or even Kielbasa.

Ingredients:

• Ground beef
• Minced garlic
• Water
• Tomato sauce
• Diced tomatoes
• Bay leaves
• Soy sauce
• Salt
• Italian seasoning
• Elbow macaroni
• Shredded cheddar cheese.

How Do You Make Beef Goulash:

Step 1. In a deep-sided skillet over medium-high heat, saute the beef until browned completely. Drain any excess fat.

Step 2. Add in the garlic and saute for 30 seconds.

Step 3. Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, soy sauce, salt, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Adding the tomato sauce.

Adding the diced tomatoes.

Adding the soy sauce.

Adding the bay leaves, salt, and Italian seasoning.

Adding the water.

Step 4. Stir in the macaroni noodles and cover to simmer for another 30 minutes.

Step 5. Mix in the shredded cheddar and serve.

Voila! This beef goulash recipe was a hit!

Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 8

This Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash is super easy to make, it tastes great and everyone loves it. Loaded with Beef, pasta tomato Sauce and Cheese this dish is the perfect weeknight meal! There are just a few ingredients and there will be a ton of compliments!

4.55 from 11 votes

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Ingredients 

• 2 lb. Ground beef
• 3 tsp. Minced garlic
• 3 C. Water
• 2 Cans Tomato sauce 15 oz. each
• 2 Cans Diced tomatoes 15 oz. each
• 3 Bay leaves
• 3 Tbsp. Soy sauce
• 2 tsp. Salt
• 2 Tbsp. Italian seasoning
• 2 C. Elbow macaroni
• 1 C. Shredded cheddar cheese.

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Instructions

• In a deep sided skillet over medium high heat, saute the beef until browned completely. Drain any excess fat.
• Add in the garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
• Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, soy sauce, salt and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
• Stir in the macaroni noodles and cover to simmer another 30 minutes.
• Mix in the shredded cheddar and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 445kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 1444mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g

Author: Marta

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How long can I store this Goulash in the refrigerator?

Once the Goulash has cooled to room temperature it can be transferred to an airtight container. Place the container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Can Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash be frozen?

You can store the Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash in the freezer for up to 3 months. Be sure the food has cooled completely before placing it into an airtight container. Be aware that the Elbow Macaroni may have a texture issue upon thawing.

What is the best way to reheat the Easy Cheesy Beef Goulash?

You can put the Goulash into a deep pot on the stovetop and heat it over medium heat. This should take 5 to 10 minutes. You may need to add a small amount of beef bouillon.

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