Favorite Quick/Cheap Meal

Okay so everyone has gotten too much time on their hands sometimes & we may not have all of the time in the world to cook dinner. We also may not have much to spend on dinner. My favorite quick & cheap meal at the moment is Goulash. I made it the other night for my boyfriend & myself & he LOVED it. We both ate the entire pot. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 box elbow macaroni
• 1 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes
• 1 1/4 cup beef broth
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt, pepper, & garlic to taste
• Optional seasonings: Italian, paprika, & parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Cook meat in a large skillet until done. Season with salt, pepper, & garlic. Drain fat & return to skillet & keep on low heat.
2. Boil macaroni according to directions on package (usually about 12 minutes for tender pasta).
3. Add tomato paste to meat & spread around.
4. Pour in broth, tomato sauce, & diced tomatoes to the meat. Optional: season with Italian & Paprika.
5. Drain the macaroni once it is done & return to pot.
6. Stir in meat sauce then add the shredded cheese & stir.
7. Optional: add parsley for garnish.

Did you try it? Give me some new quick, cheap meal ideas!