Move over salad and smoothies to make some room for this carb overload of delicious goodness; Old Fashioned Goulash. On a chilly day, you crave something that will warm you up from the inside out. Something that combines carbs, veggies, and warm broth to soothe the soul. What about when you are sick? Something comforting seems to make everything better. A favorite for families on a budget is also to make this Old Fashioned Goulash recipe when doing a fridge clean out because of the array of ingredients included in one particular dish.
With such a hearty recipe it makes for a great family dinner night option and keeps well in the fridge for a few days. So meal prep that chilly winter away with a comfort meal you know is waiting for you. Filled with delicious ground beef, earthy cloves, onions, peppers, and the secret ingredient; Worcestershire sauce elevates the flavor and gives the sauce a little kick.
You could also prepare everything in a crockpot while you are at work! Just cook your pasta to your preferred texture, add it to the crockpot and serve to your family.
What can I serve with Old Fashioned Goulash?
The best way to soak up all those delicious juices from your sauce is another carb. So we recommend garlic bread or a toasted baguette if you don’t want anything to overpower the flavor of your main dish. Make sure to use a hearty bread that will hold up to the meat, pasta, and veggies without becoming soggy.
Can I substitute any of the additional ingredients?
As we listed above; this meal is also great as a fridge clean-out meal for the family. For a smokier flavor, you could use fire-roasted tomatoes which are available at any local grocery store. The onion can be also based on your preference of flavor. If you have carrots or celery sitting in your crisper drawer just begging to be eaten; throw those in there too!
Here is all you will need to create this cozy meal right at home!
1 pound of ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion chopped, (white or yellow onion)
1 green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1- 1 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 14.5 ounces cans of diced tomatoes, not drained (use fire-roasted if you prefer)
1 pound elbow macaroni
Let’s make Old Fashioned Goulash
Bring a pot of water to a boil and prepare macaroni as directed on the label. (Watch your timer, do not overcook, usually 7 minutes, and drain.)
Heat a large frypan on medium, add olive oil and ground beef, breaking it up into smaller pieces as it cooks, 2-3 minutes (some pieces should still be pink.) drain off the grease.
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Add chopped onions, green pepper, and garlic to the meat, stirring every few minutes. Cook for 5-6 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
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Add oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and Worcestershire sauce. Saute for 2-3 minutes.
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Add tomatoes with juice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Add cooked and drained pasta and gently toss.
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Cover and simmer for 2-3 more minutes.
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Ladle into warm bowls, and enjoy.
What are you serving with this simple and delicious recipe?
Old Fashioned Goulash
Ingredients
Method
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and prepare macaroni as directed on the label. (Watch your timer, do not overcook, usually 7 minutes, and drain.)
- Heat a large frypan on medium, add olive oil and ground beef, breaking it up into smaller pieces as it cooks, 2-3 minutes (some pieces should still be pink.) drain off the grease.
- Add chopped onions, green pepper, and garlic to the meat, stirring every few minutes. Cook for 5-6 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Add oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and Worcestershire sauce. Saute for 2-3 minutes.
- Add tomatoes with juice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add cooked and drained pasta and gently toss.
- Cover and simmer for 2-3 more minutes.
- Ladle into warm bowls, and enjoy.
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