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Goulash

Nita Stone
This is one of my favorite quick recipes.  I freeze the leftovers to use for a meal when I’m too busy to cook a meal.  It’s super easy to make.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Electric skillet or regular skillet [See the notes for a link to a really nice one.]
  • 1 Knife to cut ingredients [See the notes for a link]
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Pan to boil macaroni [See the notes for a link]

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. elbow macaroni
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 can can tomato sauce
  • 1 can petit diced tomatoes
  • 1 can sweet corn (or frozen)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper [you can eyeball it]
  • 1/2 tsp salt [you can eyeball it]
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded [I use prepackaged]

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook macaroni for 3 minutes less than the box directions, then drain. 
  • Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add ground beef and onions to the pan. Break beef apart, cooking for 6-7 minutes until browned. Drain any fat.
  • Mix in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and corn. Mix until combined. 
  • Heat until veggies are warm. 
  • Stir in salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  • Mix in cooked macaroni and simmer for 5 to10 minutes. 
  • You can add cheddar cheese to the mix or sprinkle on top when served
Keyword Easy, Ground Beef, Pasta, Quick