Instructions:
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and garlic to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, until vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in water, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes (with their liquid) into the pot.
4. Add Italian seasoning, paprika, sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste. You can optionally add some crushed red pepper flakes, if you like.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
6, Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni and continue to simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender and cooked.
7. Once the macaroni is cooked, check the seasoning and adjust as needed.
Serve the one-pot goulash hot and enjoy!
Enjoy the comforting flavors of this One Pot Goulash, a dish that has stood the test of time and continues to warm the hearts and fill the bellies of many. It is an ideal meal to share with family and friends, and it will surely become a favorite in your household.
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