Certainly! Old Fashioned Goulash is a comforting and hearty dish that’s easy to make. Here’s a classic recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups elbow macaroni or any pasta of your choice
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pot or skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Meanwhile, cook the elbow macaroni or pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pot with the meat sauce, stirring to combine.
- Let the mixture simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the pasta to absorb some of the sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover the pot, and let it sit for a few minutes until the cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Old Fashioned Goulash is perfect for a comforting family dinner and can be easily customized with your favorite seasonings and additional vegetables. Enjoy!
