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Beef Goulash

Easy Beef & Tomato Goulash Recipe

This easy beef and tomato goulash recipe is cozy and comforting. With a few simple ingredients, you can have it ready in less than thirty minutes!
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Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound grass-fed ground beef
  • 16 ounces cavatappi noodles
  • 2 15-ounce cans tomato soup
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: fresh basil, crushed red pepper, Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to the package but slightly undercooked. See note.
  • While the pasta is cooking, brown the ground beef with the seasonings.
  • When the beef is browned and cooked through, add both cans of soup plus one can of water.
  • When the pasta is al dente, drain it well, reserving a little pasta water. dd it to the meat and soup mixture.
  • Add the drained noodles back to the pot and combine with the beef mixture.
  • Mix thoroughly, adding a little pasta water as needed.
  • Taste and adjust the samt and pepper.

Notes

  • To prevent mushy noodles, cook the pasta al dente before adding it to the beef.
  • Serve with optional toppings: parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper, and basil