Meat Goulash With Macaroni Recipe

Name: Meat Goulash With Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: salt; 1 lb macaroni (any short pasta) or 1 lb ziti pasta, rigate (any short pasta) or 1 lb gemelli pasta (any short pasta); ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO); 2 slices lean bacon, chopped; 1 lb ground meat (a mixture of beef, pork and veal); 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons smoked sweet paprika; fresh ground pepper; 3 large jarred roasted red peppers, drained; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 cups beef broth; ½ cup sour cream; flat leaf parsley, finely chopped (a generous handful); fresh dill, chopped (a generous handful)

Servings: persons

salt
1 lb macaroni (any short pasta) or 1 lb ziti pasta, rigate (any short pasta) or 1 lb gemelli pasta (any short pasta)
½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
2 slices lean bacon, chopped
1 lb ground meat (a mixture of beef, pork and veal)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons smoked sweet paprika
fresh ground pepper
3 large jarred roasted red peppers, drained
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups beef broth
½ cup sour cream
flat leaf parsley, finely chopped (a generous handful)
fresh dill, chopped (a generous handful)

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt the water, add the pasta and cook until al dente.
2
Drain the pasta and set aside.
3
While the pasta cooks, heat the EVOO, 1/2 turn of the pan, in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Add the bacon and cook until crisp, about 3 minutes, then move the bacon to the side of the pan and add the ground meat, crumbling it.
5
Brown the meat for 3 to 4 minutes, then add the garlic and onion; season with the paprika and salt and pepper to taste.
6
Cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
7
In a food processor, puree the peppers until smooth and stir into the meat.
8
Add the tomato paste and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then stir in the beef broth and simmer for a couple of minutes.
9
Stir in the sour cream and cooked pasta.
10
Top with the parsley and dill.

696

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: salt, 1 lb macaroni (any short pasta) or 1 lb ziti pasta, rigate (any short pasta) or 1 lb gemelli pasta (any short pasta), ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), 2 slices lean bacon, chopped, and more.

Yes, Meat Goulash With Macaroni falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Meat Goulash With Macaroni

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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