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Homemade Goulash

Cultural Context

Goulash has its roots in Hungary, where it began as a hearty stew made with meat and vegetables. In the United States, it evolved into a simpler, pasta-based dish often made with ground beef and canned tomatoes, becoming a staple of home cooking. This comforting meal is a favorite for busy weeknights, offering a filling and flavorful option that can be made in one pot. Variations abound, with some adding different vegetables or spices, reflecting regional tastes and family traditions.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 pounds ground beef
1 sweet Vidalia onion (about 2 cups)
1 cup green bell pepper
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
1 can stewed tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
24 ounces pasta sauce
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon paprika
4-5 leaves fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 cups beef broth
salt
black pepper

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories, while American cheese is often cheaper.

1

Heat a little olive oil in a Dutch oven.

2

Add 2 pounds of browned ground beef (drained of grease).

3

Add 1 sweet Vidalia onion and 1 cup of green bell pepper; stir and soften the vegetables.

4

Add 1 can of diced tomatoes and 1 can of stewed tomatoes (juice included).

5

Pour in 24 ounces of pasta sauce until desired consistency is reached.

6

Add 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon of paprika, 4-5 leaves of chopped basil, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon of chili powder; stir to combine.

7

Pour in 3 cups of beef broth and stir; simmer for about 25 minutes.

8

After simmering, add pasta and cook until tender.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

Dutch oven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

American GoulashBeef Goulash

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