Old Fashioned Goulash
Indulging in the comforting nostalgia of times this Classic Goulash captures the essence of tender elbow macaroni mingling with tomato sauce accompanied by savory ground beef and a subtle hint of Worcestershire sauce. Each spoonful presents a medley of tastes that evoke memories of family gatherings and laughter filling the dining room. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and a dash of seasonings this dish truly stands as an enduring favorite that warms both the stomach and the heart.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 2 lb ground beef
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 15 ounces cans tomato sauce
- 2 14.5 ounces cans petit diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 tbsp. Italian seasoning
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 c cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Boil the elbow macaroni, in a pot of water until it is just shy of being cooked then drain it.
- In a skillet cook the ground beef and onions until they are browned and then remove any fat.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet. Stir until it becomes aromatic. Mix in Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes. Ensure that everything is well combined.
- Include seasoning, salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Combine the drained macaroni with cheddar cheese in the skillet.
- If your skillet can be used in the oven bake the mixture directly for 20 to 25 minutes. Until it becomes bubbly and the cheese has melted. Otherwise, transfer everything to a casserole dish before baking.
- Enjoy your homemade Goulash!
Notes
To alter this timeless dish into a gluten-free rendition all you need to do is switch regular elbow macaroni with the gluten-free type. Additionally, it's crucial to check that your Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free as certain brands may contain gluten. By making these conversions you can relish the taste of goulash without any concerns, about gluten.