Best Ever One-Pan Beef Goulash | Better Than Hamburger Helper | Budget Meal

beef

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: pork

Lean beef has lower fat content, while pork can be more budget-friendly.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: parsnips

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, while parsnips can be a cost-effective substitute.

Place the ground beef in a large pan over medium-high heat, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the meat has browned. Drain the excess fat if necessary.

Mix well with the tomato sauce, water, sugar, soup mix, and mushroom pieces in a small bowl.

Sprinkle the noodles evenly over the meat and pour the sauce over the noodles. Do not stir.

Cover the pan and cook for about 15 minutes over medium-high heat, or until the noodles are cooked.

Cooking Techniques

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