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Old-Fashioned Goulash Recipe

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Dive into the coziness with this Old-Fashioned Goulash recipe, a timeless classic that brings the comforting flavors of home right to your table. It’s the perfect blend of hearty ground beef, tender pasta, and rich tomato sauce, all seasoned with a touch of nostalgia. Ideal for a family dinner or a hearty meal on a cool evening, this recipe is a warm hug served in a bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 1lb ground beef
  • 1medium onion, chopped
  • 2cloves garlic, minced
  • 1(15 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1(14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cupsbeef broth
  • 1.5 cupselbow macaroni, uncooked
  • 1bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tsppaprika
  • 1 tsporegano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Brown the Meat: In alarge pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain the grease.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Season with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Add the uncooked macaroni and chopped bell pepper to the pot. Bring to a simmer, cover, and let cook for about 20 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
To make this dish vegetarian, replace the beef with a plant-based protein and use vegetable broth.
Feel free to add more vegetables like carrots or celery for added nutrition and texture.

Nutrition

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