Cheesy Beef Goulash

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cheesy Beef Goulash.

1. Step 1

   Start by bringing a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.

2. Step 2

   Once boiling, add in the elbow macaroni and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture—this should take about 8 minutes.

3. Step 3

   After cooking, drain the macaroni and return it to the pot, setting it aside for now.

4. Step 4

   Next, grab a large skillet and heat it over medium-high heat.

5. Step 5

   Add the ground beef, stirring frequently as it cooks.

6. Step 6

   You’ll want to keep an eye on it until it starts to brown, which should take around 3 to 5 minutes.

7. Step 7

   Once the beef is looking good, toss in the frozen pearl onions, canned corn, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.

8. Step 8

   Continue cooking until the beef is fully browned and the onions are warmed through, about another 5 minutes.

9. Step 9

   If there’s any excess fat in the skillet, drain it off to keep your dish nice and light.

10. Step 10

    Now, it’s time to bring everything together! Combine the beef mixture with the drained macaroni in the pot.

11. Step 11

    Pour the chunky spaghetti sauce over the top and give it a good stir to mix everything together.

12. Step 12

    Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it’s all warmed through—this should take about 5 minutes.

13. Step 13

    Before serving, taste your goulash and season it with salt and a bit more Italian seasoning if you like.

14. Step 14

    For the grand finale, serve it up topped with a generous handful of shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend, letting it melt into that delicious mix.

15. Step 15

    Enjoy your comforting bowl of goulash, perfect for sharing with family or savoring all on your own!.