American Goulash

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, (chopped)
• 1 red bell pepper, (seeds removed and chopped)
• 1 lb. ground beef, (can use ground turkey or chicken)
• 3 garlic cloves, (minced)
• 15 oz can beef broth
• 15 oz can tomato sauce
• 15 oz can diced tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, (for serving, optional)
• Chopped Italian parsley, (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the ground beef, breaking up the meat into small pieces using a wooden spoon. Cook until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Add the beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

4. 4

   Add the macaroni and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and cook for about 12 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally so the pasta doesn’t stick.

5. 5

   When the pasta is done, remove the bay leaf and ladle the goulash into bowls. Top with shredded cheese, if desired. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.