How long does it take to make Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef?

About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 603.71 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 24 ingredients and 8 steps.

Is Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef healthy?

Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 603.71 calories and 36.02 g of protein, or 72% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 778.61 mg (34% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 3.13 g (16% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.92 g (8% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef

Name: Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tsp Black Pepper; 8.75 oz Corn; 14.5 oz Crushed Tomatoes; 1 tbsp Dried Parsley; 1 tbsp Garlic; 1 tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 whole Green Bell Pepper; 8 oz Green Peas; 1.5 lb Lean Ground Beef; 1 lb Macaroni; 1 tbsp Minced Garlic; 1 cup Mushrooms; 1 tbsp Parmesan Cheese; 8 oz Peas & Carrots Blend; 0.13 tsp Powdered Sugar; 1 tsp Salt; 8.75 oz Seasoned Corn; 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms; 14.5 oz Stewed Tomato; 0.13 tsp Sugar; 24 oz Tomato Paste; 30 oz Tomato Sauce; 24 fl oz Water; 1 whole Yellow Onion

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 American High-Protein 💪Halal 🕌

This hearty goulash combines macaroni and lean ground beef with onion, green bell pepper, mushrooms, corn, peas, and a generous tomato base. Garlic, parsley, Parmesan, black pepper, and a touch of sugar round out its rich, comforting flavor, making it a warming choice for a casual family dinner or make-ahead meal.

Prep20 mins
Cook40 mins
Serves8
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

49 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 49 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 13 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 92 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients: 2 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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46
Heart Health: 51
Metabolic: 58
Digestive: 46
Inflammatory: 60
Performance: 59
General Wellness

1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2

Cook the ground beef with the onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly; drain the grease. Stir in the tomato sauce, water, stewed tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, corn, peas, and tomato paste; bring to a boil over medium heat. Mix in the Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and sugar; simmer the sauce for 20 to 25 minutes.
3

Stir the macaroni into the sauce until well combined. Serve hot or refrigerate for later.
4

Cook the ground beef with the onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly; drain the grease.
5

Stir in the tomato sauce, water, stewed tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, corn, peas, and tomato paste; bring to a boil over medium heat.
6

Mix in the Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and sugar; simmer the sauce for 20 to 25 minutes.
7

Stir the macaroni into the sauce until well combined.
8

Serve hot or refrigerate for later.

About This Recipe

Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef is made with 24 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Corn, Crushed Tomatoes, and Dried Parsley. Each serving provides about 603.71 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef made of?: The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Corn, Crushed Tomatoes, Dried Parsley, Garlic. The full list of 24 is above.
How long does it take to make Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef?: About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 603.71 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 24 ingredients and 8 steps.
Is Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef healthy?: Hearty American Goulash with Macaroni and Beef has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 603.71 calories and 36.02 g of protein, or 72% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 778.61 mg (34% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 3.13 g (16% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.92 g (8% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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