American goulash, also known as old-fashioned goulash, is the perfect economical family meal.
The pasta cooks right in the sauce, so this satisfying dish can be made in just one pot.
Busy weeknights require quick-fix meals that satisfyluckilyAmerican Goulashis one of those meals!
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How to Make American Goulash
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Luckily, prep isnt that time-consuming, especially for this recipe, and will help with efficiency while cooking.
To maximize flavor, the onion and beef are cooked first.
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Cooking the onions not only softens them, but sweetens them.
This step gets them ready for flavoring during the rest of the stages of cooking.
Cooking the spices before adding any liquids toasts them, boosting flavor even more.
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This method helps build layers of flavor at every point in the recipe.
That includes changing up the toppings and making twists to accommodate your diners!
Add garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
Stir in tomatoes and their juices, tomato sauce and broth.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
Add macaroni and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 6 to 9 minutes.
Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Sprinkle with Parmesan, if desired.
It cooks slowly, allowing the beef to tenderize and rich deep flavors to develop.
It features ground beef, pasta (usually macaroni) and tomatoes.
UnlikeHungarian goulash, American goulash cooks quickly, making it a great family-friendly option for busy weeknights.
Both types of goulash feature the addition of paprika for spice and warmth.
The beauty of the dish is that it provides protein, vegetables and whole grains all in one.
You could also add one of our skillet cornbread recipes, such asCreole-or Mexican-style.
Ground beef is traditional, butlean ground turkey, pork or chicken will also work.
If youre looking for a vegetarian option, try a crumbled meat alternative ortempeh.
see to it the goulash is steaming hot all the way through before serving.
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