Classic Goulash

By McLean

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
• 1/2 medium-sized green pepper, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, quartered (optional)
• 1 (28 oz.) jar spaghetti sauce
• 1 (8 oz.) package elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (fresh garlic)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 packet beef powder
• 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded mozzarella cheese

Details

Servings 6
Cooking time 35mins

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, pepper, onion, and mushrooms. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring to crumble the beef, until no pink remains; drain excess liquid.

Add the remaining ingredients except the cheese; mix well. Place in a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish. Cover and bake for 22 to 25 minutes.

Remove the casserole from the oven, uncover, and top with the mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted.