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American Goulash

Cultural Context

American Goulash is a comforting one-pot dish that originated in the United States, often made with ground beef, pasta, and a tomato-based sauce. It is a popular choice for family dinners due to its simplicity and heartiness. The dish is sometimes confused with traditional Hungarian goulash, but it is distinctly American in its ingredients and preparation. It is commonly served as a quick meal on busy weeknights and is loved for its ability to feed a crowd affordably.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground beef
half bag frozen onions (about 1 onion)
1 green bell pepper
garlic
tomato sauce
petite diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup water
16 oz elbow pasta

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole wheat elbow macaroni

💰Cheaper: any pasta

Whole wheat pasta is more nutritious, while any pasta can be a budget-friendly option.

1

Add 1 pound of ground beef to the crock pot.

2

Add half a bag of frozen onions (about 1 onion) to the pot.

3

Add 1 green bell pepper to the pot.

4

Add garlic on top of the ingredients in the pot.

5

Pour in tomato sauce and petite diced tomatoes.

6

Add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the mixture.

7

Pour in 1 cup of water.

8

Add 16 oz of elbow pasta to the pot and stir everything together.

9

Cover and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours until the pasta is al dente.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

crock pot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

American Chop SueyGoulash

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