Mac & Cheese Goulash (From A Box)
Mac and cheese goulash is an easy update to the hearty stew. With only a handful of ingredients and super short prep, you'll be enjoying this family friendly comfort food in no time at all!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 322kcal
- 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 box velveeta shells and cheese Value Sized box
- 1 small poblano pepper diced
- 1 tsp minced onion flakes
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cups chunky style spaghetti sauce
Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. While it's cooking, prepare the beef.
Cook the ground beef, breaking up to crumble as it cooks. Drain off excess grease.
Add the diced pepper and onion to the skillet, stirring in to evenly combine. Let the mixture cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring ocassionally, just until the peppers have begun to soften. Set aside.
Drain the pasta, and then add it back to the pot.
Add the cheese sauce packet from the box to the hot pasta. Stir until evenly combined.
Add the meat mixture and the sauce to the pot, stirring in until the mixture's smooth & creamy.
Spoon into bowls and serve warm.
Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 709mg | Potassium: 571mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 233IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 4mg