American Goulash

40 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add 2 pounds of ground beef to a large pot.
  2. 2Add 1 chopped onion.
  3. 3Break up and brown the beef and onion.
  4. 4Add 4 minced garlic cloves.
  5. 5Add 2 tablespoons of paprika, 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
  6. 6Add 2 bay leaves.
  7. 7Stir and cook for a couple of minutes.
  8. 8Add 1 quart of chicken broth.
  9. 9Add 1 24-ounce jar of marinara sauce and 1 can of diced tomatoes.
  10. 10Add 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
  11. 11Stir and bring to a low simmer.
  12. 12Simmer for 30 minutes.
  13. 13Add 2 cups of large elbow macaroni noodles.
  14. 14Stir and bring to a rapid boil, then cook for 10-12 minutes.
  15. 15Remove the bay leaves.
  16. 16Add 1 cup of freshly shredded white cheddar cheese and a handful of fresh dried parsley.
  17. 17Stir and put the lid on for 5 minutes.
  18. 18Serve with extra cheese and parsley.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef and pork blend
  • 1 onion
  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 quart chicken broth
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cups large elbow macaroni noodles
  • 1 cup freshly shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 1 handful fresh dried parsley

Equipment

large potwooden spooncountertop burner