OLD FASHIONED GOULASH

1. Cook the Ground Meat: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat and cook until it’s browned and half-cooked, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Once partially cooked, remove from heat and set aside.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add olive oil if needed and heat over medium. Add minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Combine Ingredients: Return the meat to the skillet. Add water, beef broth, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes, stirring to combine.
4. Season the Goulash: Incorporate Italian seasoning, adobo seasoning, bay leaves, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
5. Simmer: Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add Macaroni: Stir in uncooked elbow macaroni, cover, and continue to simmer for 30 more minutes, or until the pasta is cooked, stirring occasionally.
7. Add Cheese: Remove the bay leaves. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and integrated.
8. Top with Mozzarella: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top and allow it to melt slightly before serving.

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