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Old-Fashioned Goulash

Looking for a delicious and Old-fashioned Goulash recipe? Look no further! This family favorite dish is sure to become a regular on your dinner table. 

Goulash in a red bowl

Learn to make Aunt Lori’s homemade goulash, a classic family recipe that brings back warm memories with every bite.

This classic beef goulash recipe is one of my favorite comfort food recipes to prepare. It is a hearty, simple meal that features ground beef, fresh vegetables, and savory seasonings simmered to perfection. If you are looking for dishes that taste like home, this one is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Preparing this dish is straightforward and perfect for busy weeknights when you need easy dinner ideas that satisfy the whole family. We walk you through every step, from browning the meat to simmering the sauce, ensuring you get that authentic, nostalgic flavor.

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Aunt Lori’s homemade goulash recipe that brings back memories. It’s an easy one pot old fashioned goulash with macaroni and ground beef.

  • Author: cookingwithshotgunred
  • Prep Time: 15min
  • Cook Time: 50min
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Dutch Oven
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs. Ground Beef (80/20)
  • 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 1 Large Sweet Onion (diced)
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 1 14.5oz. Can Diced Tomatoes (with basil, garlic, oregano)
  • 1 14.5oz. Can Stewed Tomatoes
  • 1 24oz. Jar Pasta Sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. Italian Seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp. Paprika
  • 1 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
  • 1 Tbsp. Chopped Basil
  • 1 Tsp. Chili Powder
  • 1 Tsp. Soy Sauce
  • 1 Tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
  • 3 cups Beef Broth
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 1 Tsp. Sugar
  • 1 16oz. Box Large Elbow Macaroni
  • Salt and Pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven on medium heat, add olive oil and cook the ground beef until it is browned. Then season with salt and pepper. Add onions and bell peppers, and cook until they are soft.
  2. Then pour in the diced tomatoes, stewed tomatoes and pasta sauce. Season with Italian seasoning, paprika, minced garlic, basil, chili powder, and sugar.
  3. Add in soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth and bay leaves. Cover and let simmer for about 25 minutes.
  4. Add in the large elbow macaroni. Stir well, cover and let simmer for about 25 minutes (stirring occasionally) until elbow macaroni is tender.
  5. Salt and pepper to taste and serve with slices of buttered white bread!

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