Old Fashioned Goulash - My Incredible Recipes (2024)

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Have you ever tried American Goulash before? It’s probably my most favorite meal to prepare!

I completely ADORE pasta in pretty much any shape or form as it is and this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your house!

It tastes INCREDIBLE, no pun intended. Its very easy to throw together and it is wonder with a side of cornbread or biscuits!

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To make it even better? It’s super easy too! You don’t have to spend too much time in the kitchen to make this meal for your family. You can eat it as is or top it with cheese as I have done with my personal bowl! If you are a cheese-loving family like we are, you can serve the old fashioned goulash with shredded parmesan cheese.

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Its perfect for dinner or if you need to feed a crowd! This is a ultra simple one-pot, stove top dinner made of seasoned meat, tomatoes and noodles and it always manages to hit the spot.

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You will have many, many happy tummies after this one. This recipe has been on my food blog for recipes and it is my #1 most visited and raved about recipe. It has over 200 Million views on its recipe video on my Facebook page!

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It has so much flavor and with being one of my daughter and husbands favorite meals its made often in our home!

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It pairs perfectly with a salad (thats usually what we have with it)

What It Goulash?

Many people when they hear “Goulash” think of the version that originated in Hungary hundreds of years ago, it is one of their most popular dishes to this day. This Old Fashioned goulash is the american version so it is essentially a soup made with meat, tomatoes and noodles. That is the version we know and love here in America.Goulash is a very economical meal for anyone.

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I have literally made this about 3 times this month as it is, the family can’t get enough of this delicious pot of YUM!

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See! Dinner doesnt have to always be difficult!

Even though goulash is considered a type soup by some people, I like mine thicker so that it is more of a pasta . If you like yours more like a soup, just simply increase the beef broth by 1 cup.

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Trust me, right after that pic right there,

that forkful went right into my mouth! LOL

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You can use any type of pasta that you would like but the elbows just work well with this one!

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Depending on where you are from, some people call it America Chop Suey!

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This is such an old, old recipe, its super hearty and simple to throw together!

Its comfort food at its best!

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No matter what you call it- its mouthwatering delicious. This Old fashioned goulash recipe makes a big enough batch to leave plenty of leftovers! It reheats wonderfully, making it great for lunches throughout the week. The leftovers will last in the fridge for up to 5 days, but it’s so yummy that you’ll likely finish it by before then.

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Old Fashioned Goulash!

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef or turkey
  • 3 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 large Yellow onion diced
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 15-ounce cans tomato sauce
  • 2 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 T Italian seasoning
  • 1 T Adobo Seasoning
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 T seasoned salt
  • 1/2 T black pepper
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Instructions

  • In a large pan, saute your ground meat in skillet over medium-high heat until HALF cooked, remove from heat.

  • Add garlic, onions, olive oil & until meat is fully cooked.

  • Add water and broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, italian seasoning, bay leaves, and seasoned salt, pepper and adobo seasoning. Mix well.

  • Lower heat and cover – allow to cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Add in the uncooked elbow macaroni to the skillet, stir well until everything is combined

  • Cover once again and allow to simmer for about 30 minutes

  • Once cooked, remove the bay leaves

  • Add only the cheddar cheese and mix until combined

  • Add mozzarella right before serving

  • ENJOY!

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FAQs

What is the 9th century goulash? ›

The origins of goulash have been traced to the 9th century, to stews eaten by Magyar shepherds. Before setting out with their flocks, they prepared a portable stock of food by slowly cooking cut-up meats with onions and other flavourings until the liquids had been absorbed.

What food goes well with goulash? ›

The best side dishes to serve with American Goulash are crispy green beans, country gravy, mashed sweet potatoes, butternut squash, watermelon cucumber salad, caramelized carrots, Tabasco sauce, corn salsa, grilled asparagus, cornbread, roasted Brussels sprouts, cucumber salad, garlic bread, biscuits, and macaroni ...

Where is the food dish of goulash popular? ›

Goulash (Hungarian: gulyás) is a soup or stew of meat and vegetables seasoned with paprika and other spices. Originating in Hungary, goulash is a common meal predominantly eaten in Central Europe but also in other parts of Europe. It is one of the national dishes of Hungary and a symbol of the country.

Is goulash a starter? ›

We understand, that actually 'goulash' means soup in Hungarian and it is served much more liquid with a few pieces of meat as a starter. The homemade pasta is traditional, and is so much easier than preparing Italian style pasta. Of course you could always serve this with mashed or jacket potatoes.

What is original goulash made of? ›

It is made with simple ingredients like meat, peppers and root vegetables elevated to perfection by the use of Hungary's most famous spice: paprika. Goulash can be made with beef or pork but the traditional way of making it is with beef.

What is the difference between American and traditional goulash? ›

American goulash is a one-pot dish of ground beef, pasta (often elbow macaroni), tomatoes and cheese. Sometimes it includes paprika, like its Hungarian counterpart. Since American goulash calls for ground beef, it cooks much faster than Hungarian goulash which relies on low-and-slow cooking to render the beef tender.

How do you thicken goulash? ›

Whisk a teaspoon of flour in a little cold water to make a slurry, then stir into the stew as it's cooking. Don't add dry flour directly to the stew as it may clump. After adding the slurry, bring the stew to boil. This will cook out the flour taste and allow the starch to swell.

What else is goulash called? ›

While the mixture of ground beef, macaroni, and tomato sauce seems simple enough, thousands of users responded with a slew of different names. Beefaroni, goulash, slumgullion, Johnny Marzetti, American Chop Suey—the list goes on.

What's the difference between stroganoff and goulash? ›

Traditional goulash is a stew/soup, usually using a cheaper cut of meat suited to slow cooking. It usually contains potatoes and other vegetables, as well as noodles. A true stroganoff consists of paprika-dusted fillet steak quickly pan fried with mushrooms and onions in a sour cream and brandy sauce.

What is goulash slang for? ›

goulash in American English

2. a heterogeneous mixture; hodgepodge; jumble.

What is goulash called in America? ›

American goulash, sometimes called slumgullion, American Chop Suey, or even Beef-a-Roni, is an American comfort-food dish popular in the Midwest and South.

What are the two types of goulash? ›

Hungarian Goulash is a thick meat and vegetable stew with a broth that's heavily seasoned with paprika, while American Goulash is a quick dish made from ground beef, tomato sauce, herbs, and elbow macaroni noodles. It also goes by the name of American Chop Suey.

Can you put too much paprika in goulash? ›

Inspired though it is, however, I don't think it's necessary if you use enough paprika and traditional pork fat, rather than their olive oil and butter. Meyer has the right idea when she says: "You can never use too much paprika.

Do you eat goulash in a bowl? ›

Though one noticeable thing about traditional Goulash is that the broth is thinner than what you think of with stews, and it's not thickened with flour or cream. Also, it's not typically served over mash like stews, it's served in bowls like soup.

How to get goulash soft? ›

(Just make sure not to choose hot or spicy paprika.) Time is your friend with beef goulash: To ensure tender and delicious beef and a flavorful sauce, you'll need to treat beef goulash like a braise and allow for about 2 to 2 ½ hours of simmering. Check the beef after 2 hours, and if tender and succulent, it's done.

What does "goulash" mean? ›

gou·​lash ˈgü-ˌläsh. -ˌlash. : a stew made with meat (as beef), vegetables, and paprika. Etymology. from Hungarian gulyás, short for gulyáshús, literally, "herdsman's meat"

Why do Americans call it goulash? ›

American goulash is usually referred to in the midwestern and southern United States as simply "goulash". As a descendant, of sorts, of Hungarian goulash, the only real connection seems to be the name, and the inclusion of beef and paprika.

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