American Goulash
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
or use more ground beef
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
chopped
- 3-4 minced garlic cloves
- 32 ounces beef broth or stock
- 28 ounces diced tomatoes
- 29 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon chipotle chili pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1-2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2-3 bay leaves
- 12 ounces elbow macaroni
- Garnish: shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions
Directions
- 1
To a large stockpot on medium-high heat, crumble beef and Italian sausage, and cook until nearly cooked through.
- 2
Drain excess grease, and add onion and garlic, cooking until onion is translucent and meat is no longer pink.
- 3
Add broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and spices, stir until combined.
- 4
Bring to a boil, then turn heat to low, simmering, covered for 20 minutes.
- 5
Stir in elbow macaroni, and simmer, covered an additional 20 minutes.
- 6
Remove bay leaves, dish, and garnish as desired
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About this Recipe
Craving a hearty, satisfying meal that brings warmth to the table? This American Goulash delivers classic comfort in a single pot, making it your go-to for cozy chilly nights. What sets this recipe apart is its incredible depth of flavor, achieved with just 10 basic ingredients all cooked together in one pot. The combination of ground beef and savory Italian sausage, simmered with diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and a generous blend of spices, creates a rich, robust sauce that coats every piece of tender elbow macaroni. You can look forward to a deeply savory and wonderfully comforting dish that's perfect for chasing away the evening chill. Each spoonful offers a harmonious blend of meaty richness, bright tomato tang, and a gentle warmth from chipotle chili pepper and Italian seasoning. The elbow macaroni cooks right in the flavorful broth, absorbing all those delicious juices and adding a familiar, satisfying texture that defines this classic comfort food. It's a truly satisfying bowl, made even better when topped with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese and fresh green onions. This versatile American Goulash welcomes your personal touch. If you prefer, you can easily swap the Italian sausage for an additional pound of ground beef, maintaining that rich, meaty foundation. For an extra kick, consider a pinch more chipotle chili pepper, or if you prefer less heat, adjust it to your liking. Garnish your bowl generously with shredded cheddar cheese and freshly sliced green onions for a pop of color and extra flavor. This hearty goulash is ideal for a relaxed family dinner on a chilly evening, and its robust flavors even deepen, making for delicious leftovers during a busy week.