American Goulash

44m
Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1Add two pounds of ground beef to a large pot.
  2. 2Add a chopped onion.
  3. 3Brown the ground beef and onion.
  4. 4Add four minced garlic cloves, two tablespoons of paprika, two teaspoons of Italian seasoning, two teaspoons of salt, half a teaspoon of black pepper, and a quarter teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
  5. 5Add two bay leaves and stir.
  6. 6Cook for a couple of minutes.
  7. 7Add a quart of chicken broth, a 24 ounce jar of marinara sauce, a can of diced tomatoes, and a cup of water.
  8. 8Add two tablespoons of soy sauce and stir.
  9. 9Let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  10. 10Add two cups of large elbow macaroni noodles and bring to a rapid boil.
  11. 11Cook the noodles for 10-12 minutes.
  12. 12Take it off the heat and remove the bay leaves.
  13. 13Add one cup of freshly shredded white cheddar cheese and a handful of fresh dried parsley.
  14. 14Put the lid on for five minutes.
  15. 15Serve and top with more cheese and parsley.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 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
  • 1 24 ounce jar 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 potcountertop burnerwooden spoon