Weight Watchers Old Fashioned Goulash Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken (or lean ground beef for a more traditional taste)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (no salt added)
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce (no salt added)
• 1 cup low-sodium beef or chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni (or any other whole grain pasta)
• 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta: In a large pot, cook the whole wheat elbow macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the meat: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the ground turkey (or beef) over medium heat until browned. Break it up as it cooks.
3. Add veggies and spices: Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until the veggies soften.
4. Stir in tomato ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and beef or chicken broth to the skillet. Stir in the oregano, basil, paprika, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
5. Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and mix it together.
6. Serve: If you want to add cheese, sprinkle the shredded cheese on top and let it melt into the hot goulash. Serve hot and enjoy!

SmartPoints (WW):

This recipe usually comes in around 5-7 points per serving (depends on the meat and cheese used). For a lower point version, you can omit the cheese or use a fat-free option.

This hearty, comforting dish is perfect for those following a Weight Watchers plan, providing great flavor and plenty of filling ingredients without the excess calories.

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