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**Mama's Goulash: A Hearty and Flavorful Hungarian Stew**

Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Mama's Goulash, a classic Hungarian stew that promises a delightful culinary experience. This hearty and flavorful dish is a symphony of flavors, combining tender beef, sweet paprika, aromatic caraway seeds, and a medley of fresh vegetables. Originating from the heart of Hungary, this traditional recipe has been passed down through generations, offering a taste of authentic Hungarian cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article provides you with two variations of Mama's Goulash recipes: one featuring a traditional slow-cooker method for a rich and robust flavor, and the other presenting a modern pressure cooker version for a quicker yet equally satisfying meal. Both recipes offer step-by-step instructions, ensuring a hassle-free cooking experience. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Hungary with Mama's Goulash.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MAMA'S GOULASH



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Recipe by Dee Hutchins-Reynozo ~ I remember my mama making this classic one-pot-wonder for us when we were kids. It makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside just thinking about it!

Provided by Cooking Mamas

Categories     Entrée

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 T. olive oil
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 lg. yellow onion (chopped)
2 stalks celery (sliced)
1 med. green bell pepper (diced)
3 cloves garlic (pressed)
4 c. beef broth
1 (15 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 ½ T. Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp. Italian seasoning
2 tsp. oregano
1-2 tsp. paprika (I use smoked paprika)
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. black pepper
¼ tsp. red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
2 c. elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon and brown until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
  • Add onions, celery, green pepper, and garlic. Cook until the veggies are tender about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add beef broth, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with juice, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings; stir well.
  • Stir in macaroni until well combined. Cover with a lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes. Remove from heat. Top with shredded cheese and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

MAMA'S GOULASH RECIPE



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Deliciously seasoned tomato based macaroni and ground meat mixture that only takes minutes to make.

Provided by Dawn O.

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, pork)
2 Tbsp. Onion Onion Seasoning
1 Tbsp. Mama Mia Marinara Sauce Mix
1 tsp. Seasoned Salt
1 1/2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1-28 oz can crushed tomatoes
2 cups water
2 cups dry elbow macaroni
1 tsp. Garlic Garlic Seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown & crumble meat until no longer pink. Drain off excess fat. Add remaining ingredients except macaroni. Stir and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Add macaroni and continue to simmer for an additional 20 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Serve.

MAMA'S GOULASH



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When my Mama would make this we would all come running to the supper table. It is just a fantastic one skillet meal that everyone loves.

Provided by Janet Crow

Categories     Casseroles

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground hot pork sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
8 oz tomato sauce
14 1/2 oz petite diced tomatoes with juice
1 tsp italian seasoning
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp pepper
2 c beef broth
1/2 c water
1 1/4 c uncooked elbow macaroni
1 c shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. In a large, deep sided skillet brown the ground beef and the sausage, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain off the grease and lower the heat to medium. Add in the onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes.
  • 2. Stir in the worcestershire, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with juice and seasonings. Add the broth, water and uncooked elbow macaroni. Stir to combine, cover and cook till noodles are tender, about 7-8 minutes. Turn off the heat, uncover and top with the cheese. Cover back up and let it sit till the cheese is nice and melted.

MOM'S SIMPLE GOULASH



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I actually think my mom got this from an aunt of mine...so simple and you can add anything! We added a couple of things to the original...

Provided by TaraAnn66

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean hamburger
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 sweet onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked (or any other type of small pasta)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
italian seasoning (to taste)
ground black pepper (to taste)
salt (to taste) or garlic salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Fry hamburger, pepper, and onion in large skillet.
  • Drain fat if needed (if you're not sure, you can also only cook the macaroni part way so that while simmering the uncooked pasta will soak up excess moisture when added to the mixture).
  • Add remaining ingredients and heat well.
  • Add macaroni and heat through.

MAMA'S GOULASH--MY WAY!



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My mother made this as long as I can remember in a pot on the stove. When Slow-Cookers came along, it adapted easily to that format, and my growing family loved it, too. It's easy and economical--always two pluses for any dish. When the kids like it, too, that makes it a Home Run Dinner. These days, I add some cayenne and...

Provided by Janice Bartholome

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 5h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
4 c tomato sauce
1 can(s) kidney beans, drained
1 can(s) garbanzo beans, drained
1 can(s) whole kernel corn, drained
1 lg. can(s) diced tomatoes, canned (approx. 28 0z.)
1 medium onion, chopped
1-2 clove garlic (minced--to hide it from the kids!)
1 c water chestnuts, diced or sliced (optional--these were not in mama's goulash!))
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1/2-1 tsp turmeric, ground (optional)
1 1/4 c dry shell macaroni (or whatever pasta you have on hand)
1-2 c hot tomato juice or hot water (if needed for consistency)

Steps:

  • 1. Brown ground meat with onion and garlic. Drain excess grease.
  • 2. Put all the ingredients except the meat and macaroni into the slow cooker and then stir the meat in (so it doesn't settle on the bottom). Cook on high for at least three hours (or on low for 6 to 8 hours) to allow the flavors to blend.
  • 3. A couple of hours before you want to eat stir in the dry macaroni. You CAN put it in at the beginning, but it will grow and grow, especially if you let it cook all day, so if that's your plan, start with really tiny pasta, like tiny elbow mac or stars. I sometimes just cook the pasta in a pan of water and stir it into the goulash 15 or 20 minutes before I serve it. That way, it's done perfectly--isn't mushy or "crunchy." Pasta can be very tricky in a slow-cooker.
  • 4. At this point, the goulash should be juicy--almost a soup, so if it starts to get too thick, add some hot water or hot tomato juice.
  • 5. None of these amounts or ingredients are critical. Use what you have or what your kids like. Use pinto beans if they don't like kidney beans or leave out the garlic. Leave out the cayenne and turmeric if your family doesn't like the little bit of "heat" they add.
  • 6. MY MOTHER'S METHOD (great for throwing together when you get home from work) was to cook the macaroni al dente, brown the meat, then put it all in a kettle on the stove and let it simmer for a couple of hours until dinnertime. The taste isn't quite as mellow, but it's still awfully good, and doesn't require as much advance planning! :D

MOMMA'S ITALIAN GOULASH



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Make and share this Momma's Italian Goulash recipe from Food.com.

Provided by heatherdenice

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) bag of klusky noodles
1 (32 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can Italian stewed tomatoes
8 ounces mushrooms, drained (optional)
1 lb Italian sausage, coined
1 -2 teaspoon sugar (not substitute)

Steps:

  • Prepare meat, if using, drain well.
  • While cooking the meat, boil the Klusky noodles per package instructions, drain.
  • Sauce:Combine the tomato sauce and stewed tomatoes in a blender and mix until as smooth as you like. Add the sugar to taste and blend until well mixed.
  • In a large serving bowl, combine noodles, sauce, meat, and mushrooms (if using). Stir well.
  • Hock Family Suggestion:Serve with garlic bread, a salad, and greenbeans. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 107, Sodium 1884.4, Carbohydrate 73.7, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 12.4, Protein 27.9

MOM'S GOULASH



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This is a wonderful and simple recipe from my German Mother. I usually make this soup a day before serving since it tastes better the day after making it.

Provided by Brenda

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Goulash Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds beef stew meat, diced into 1 inch pieces
salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon paprika
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 large potatoes, scrubbed and chopped
1 (16 ounce) can chili without beans

Steps:

  • Season beef with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • Brown seasoned beef and onion in oil until all sides are brown. Cover with water and simmer for 3 to 4 hours or until tender. Add water whenever level goes below the ingredients.
  • An hour before serving, add potatoes and chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 896 calories, Carbohydrate 93.7 g, Cholesterol 117.7 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 12.3 g, Protein 44.5 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 533.1 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

Tips:

  • Use a large pot or Dutch oven. Goulash is a hearty stew, so you'll need a large pot to cook it in. A Dutch oven is ideal because it can go from the stovetop to the oven without any problems.
  • Brown the meat in batches. If you try to brown all of the meat at once, it will steam instead of brown. To prevent this, brown the meat in batches, removing it from the pot as it browns and setting it aside. Once all of the meat is browned, return it to the pot.
  • Use a good quality paprika. Paprika is a key ingredient in goulash, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a paprika that is bright red in color and has a strong aroma.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings. Goulash is a versatile dish, so you can adjust the seasonings to your liking. If you like it spicy, add more paprika or cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of paprika or omit the cayenne pepper altogether.
  • Serve goulash with your favorite sides. Goulash is a hearty stew that can be served with a variety of sides. Some popular options include mashed potatoes, egg noodles, and spätzle.

Conclusion:

Goulash is a delicious and comforting stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give goulash a try.

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