Turkey Goulash

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 8 oz elbow macaroni
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 14½ oz canned diced tomatoes
• 15 oz canned tomato sauce
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ¾ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional)

Steps

1. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey. Sauté until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes (undrained), tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Add the elbow macaroni to the skillet, stirring to ensure it's fully submerged in the liquid. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. Remove from heat. If desired, stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley, if using, and serve hot.