Light and Savory Paprikash

A word about substitutes in this recipe. I use low sodium products in everything, so feel free to use them too. Serve this menu with nice, crusty bread or rolls and add a green salad or soup if you wish.
* Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
* 4 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 8 ounces ground round
* 1 large onion, chopped
* 1 small stalk celery, chopped
* 1 small apple, chopped
* 1⅔ cups sliced fresh mushrooms
* 2 cups beef broth
* ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
* ¼ teaspoon caraway seeds
* 2 cups uncooked medium noodles
* 1 tablespoon paprika
* 3 tablespoons tomato paste
* 2 tablespoons plain non-fat yogurt
== Directions ==
# Coat a large frying pan with nonstick spray or drizzle with olive oil.
# Crumble the beef into the pan.
# Add the onions, celery, apples and mushrooms.
# Cook over medium-high heat, breaking up the mixture with a wooden spoon, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the meat is lightly browned.
# Stir in the broth, thyme, caraway seeds and noodles.
# Bring to a boil.
# Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the noodles are just tender.
# Stir in the paprika and tomato paste.
# Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
# Remove from the heat, stir in the yogurt and serve.
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