Description
A comforting, one-pot dish that combines beef, pasta, and tomatoes, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef: Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Keep stirring until browned.
- Drain the grease: Once browned, carefully drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
- Add seasoning and pasta: Mix in the Italian seasoning, bring to a boil, then add elbow macaroni and chopped bell pepper.
- Simmer the dish: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Season and serve: Once macaroni is tender, taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, optionally topped with grated cheese.
Notes
For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: American Goulash, easy dinner, one-pot meal, family recipe, comfort food