Creamy Cheesy Beef Goulash (Print Format)
Hearty beef goulash with elbow macaroni, tomato sauce, and creamy mozzarella for a cozy meal.
# Ingredients:
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900 g ground beef or turkey
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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1 large yellow onion, diced
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590 ml water
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120 ml beef broth
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80 ml olive oil
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850 g tomato sauce
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850 g diced tomatoes
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1 tbsp Italian seasoning
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1 tbsp Adobo seasoning
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3 bay leaves
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1 tbsp seasoned salt
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1½ tsp ground black pepper
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200 g elbow macaroni, uncooked
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100 g shredded mozzarella cheese
# Steps:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a large deep saucepan over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent. Add ground beef or turkey, cooking until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Pour in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, and beef broth. Stir in Italian seasoning, Adobo seasoning, bay leaves, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Add uncooked elbow macaroni to the pot. Stir well to combine. Cover and simmer on low, stirring occasionally, for 13–15 minutes or until the pasta is just tender and has absorbed flavors.
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Remove bay leaves. Fold in shredded mozzarella cheese until melted, resulting in a creamy consistency. Cook for 1 more minute, then remove from heat and serve hot.