Description
A hearty and comforting one-pot meal made in the Instant Pot, this American-style goulash features ground beef, pasta, tomatoes, and spices for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Heat olive oil, then add diced onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Stir well to combine.
- Turn off sauté mode. Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with juice), and beef broth. Stir to combine.
- Stir in the uncooked macaroni. Make sure pasta is submerged in the liquid.
- Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
- Quick release the pressure when cooking time is done. Stir the goulash and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese if using, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- For extra veggies, add diced bell peppers or mushrooms while sautéing the onion.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated easily.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg