Cozy Homestyle Goulash with Sandhill Ben's Original Gourmet Seasoning
There's nothing quite like a pot of warm goulash simmering on the stove. It's simple, filling, and full of those nostalgic flavors that make everyone feel at home.
Comfort Food, Ranch Style
Some recipes just feel like a hug in a bowl. Goulash is one of them — a dish that's been showing up on family dinner tables for generations, made with simple pantry ingredients that somehow come together into something deeply satisfying.
With Sandhill Ben's Original Gourmet Seasoning, this everyday dish turns into something extra special — rich, savory, and ready in no time. Perfect for busy weeknights, hungry families, or anyone who loves a good bowl of comfort food.
The best part ? It comes together in about 30 minutes from start to finish.
Why This Recipe Works
Most goulash recipes lean on plain salt and pepper, or a generic seasoning packet. The difference here is Sandhill Ben's Original Gourmet Seasoning — a balanced ranch blend that brings a deep, savory flavor to the beef and ties every ingredient together beautifully.
Four tablespoons might sound like a lot, but this recipe needs that full, bold flavor to stand up to the macaroni and tomatoes. Trust us — it's just right.
Homestyle Goulash Recipe
Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup macaroni
- 1/2 lb. ground beef
- 1 (14 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
- 4 tbsp. Sandhill Ben's Original Gourmet Seasoning
- Grated cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in about 2 cups of water until tender, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Optional: add diced onions and garlic for extra depth of flavor.
- In a large pot, combine the cooked macaroni, browned beef, stewed tomatoes, and Sandhill Ben's Original Gourmet Seasoning. Stir well.
- Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes to let all the flavors come together.
- Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with grated cheese, and enjoy!
Tips & Serving Suggestions
- Add onion and garlic when browning the beef — it takes the flavor to the next level
- Cheese matters — a sharp cheddar melted on top is hard to beat
- Make it stretch — add a second can of tomatoes and a bit more seasoning to feed a bigger crowd
- Great leftovers — the flavor gets even better the next day as everything soaks together
Grab Your Seasoning
This recipe is only as good as the seasoning you use. Pick up a bottle of Sandhill Ben's Original Gourmet Seasoning and taste the difference a quality ranch blend makes.
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Sandhill Ben's Gourmet Seasoning is a Nebraska family brand, born from our ranch and made for your kitchen. Our blends always enhance your dishes — never overpower them.