BASIC GROUND BEEF AMERICAN GOULASH RECIPE - (4.2/5)

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Basic Ground Beef American Goulash Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by á-24350

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups dry elbow macaroni
1 1/2 pounds ground chuck
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon seasoning salt, like Lawry's
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, like Slap Ya Mama, or to taste (optional)
2 small bay leaves
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
Pinch granulated sugar (optional)
2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
Red pepper flakes, optional

Steps:

  • Cook the macaroni according to the package directions for al dente. Reserve two cups of the pasta water; drain macaroni and set aside. Meanwhile, using a lidded skillet, sauté the ground beef uncovered until done; drain off any excess fat. Add the onion and garlic and continue sautéing about 5 minutes. Add the Italian seasoning, seasoned salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, and bay leaves; stir. Add the tomato sauce, undrained diced tomatoes and sugar, scraping up any browned bits in the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the cooked, drained macaroni and stir in enough of the reserved pasta water as needed to loosen; continue to simmer until pasta is warmed through, adding additional pasta water as needed. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired, stir, remove from heat, discard bay leaves and serve immediately. Cook's Notes: For a cheesy variation, cube 1/2 cup of Velveeta and stir in just before serving, until melted and creamy.

Jamshad Abbas Jamshad Abbas
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This goulash is so hearty and delicious! It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. I love that it's so easy to make and that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Divyansh Chaudhary
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I've never made goulash before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The goulash turned out great and my family loved it! I will definitely be making this again.


RM BANGLA CHANNEl
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This goulash is a great way to use up leftover ground beef. It's also a very affordable meal to make. I usually serve it with rice or pasta.


Albert Kanser
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I made this goulash in my slow cooker and it turned out great! I just browned the beef and then threw everything in the slow cooker on low for 8 hours. It was so easy and the goulash was so flavorful.


Sahra Doll
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This goulash was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I think next time I'll use less chili powder.


Aziz Khan
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


charlie smith
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This goulash is so comforting and delicious! The perfect meal for a cold winter night. I made it exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfectly.


Luis Miguel Covarrubias Pous
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I've been making this goulash recipe for years and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually serve it with egg noodles, but it's also great with mashed potatoes or rice.


Natasha Burke
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The recipe was easy to follow and the goulash turned out great! I made a few changes though. I used ground turkey instead of beef, and I added some diced carrots and celery to the pot. It was a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Keanu Ludick
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This goulash was a bit bland for my taste. I think next time I'll add some more seasoning, maybe some chili powder or cumin.


Dennis Williams
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Amazing recipe! I made this for my family last night and they all raved about it. The sauce was so rich and flavorful, and the beef was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Saidul Alam
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This was my first time making goulash and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was so flavorful and delicious. My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.


Aron Kobe
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I've made this goulash recipeหลายครั้ง and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the ingredients are things I usually have on hand. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover ground beef.


Naeem Ghumman
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This dish is an absolute favorite in my family! The flavors are so comforting and hearty, and it's always a hit with both kids and adults. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes and a side of green beans.