Grandma's Goulash Recipe | How to make American Goulash | Easy Ground Beef Dinner Recipe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole wheat elbow macaroni

💰Cheaper: any pasta

Whole wheat pasta is more nutritious, while any pasta can be a budget-friendly option.

Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat.

Add diced onion and sauté until softened.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and sugar to the pot.

Season with Italian seasoning; mix well.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.

Stir in the elbow macaroni and cover the pot.

Cook until the macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally.

Adjust seasoning to taste before serving, adding optional toppings if desired.

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