Classic Goulash

Name: Classic Goulash
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 27 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large yellow onion, chopped; 2 pounds lean ground beef; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 3 cups water; 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons dried Italian herb seasoning; 1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste; 3 bay leaves; 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

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This meaty goulash recipe is easy to make on the stovetop but can also be done in a slow cooker. Inspired by Paula Deen's Bobby's Goulash.

Recipe by pathunt

Updated on January 19, 2023

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Prep Time:

8 mins

Cook Time:

27 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

8

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
2 pounds lean ground beef
3 cloves garlic, chopped
3 cups water
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dried Italian herb seasoning
1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste
3 bay leaves
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook 3 minutes, stirring often. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up the meat until it is evenly browned, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 3 minutes, stirring often.
Stir in water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook 5 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Stir in uncooked macaroni, cover, and simmer over medium heat until pasta is tender, 11 to 13 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, discard bay leaves, and serve.

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Slow Cooker Version:

Preheat a slow cooker on High. Make the recipe through Step 1; place browned beef and onion mixture into the preheated slow cooker. Mix in water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt, and bay leaves. Add uncooked macaroni and stir until thoroughly combined. Cook on High for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

476	Calories
26g	Fat
32g	Carbs
27g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 476
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g	33%
Saturated Fat 10g	49%
Cholesterol 85mg	28%
Sodium 1476mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 32g	12%
Dietary Fiber 4g	15%
Protein 27g
Vitamin C 17mg	87%
Calcium 97mg	7%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 900mg	19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.