Baked American Goulash

Makes 6 Servings

1 Serving: 231 Calories, 10g Fat, 7g Carbs, 23g Protein

1.25 lbs 90/10 ground beef

¼ cup yellow onions, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 cups water

12 oz canned tomato puree

8oz canned diced tomatoes

1 ½  tablespoons Italian seasoning

2 tsp salt

½  teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon black pepper

10 oz riced cauliflower, steamed

10 oz cauliflower florets, steamed

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400F.

2. Place the ground beef in a large cast iron skillet or other oven safe skillet bring over medium heat. Cook, breaking up with a spoon or spatula, until the meat is browned and in small pieces. Drain the 1/2 the grease from the pan.

3. Add the onions and garlic to the same skillet and stir together. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes or until onions are translucent. Add the water, tomato puree, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, paprika and black pepper and stir together. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat.

4. Add in the cauliflower and stir well.

5. Place skillet in the oven and bake for 15 mins. You can sprinkle an OPTIONAL 1/4 cup of mozzarella cheese on top and bake for an additional 2-3 mins until melted.