American Goulash

American Goulash

from dinnerin321.com
60 min

Made in one pot with just 10 basic ingredients, this American Goulash is a delicious comfort food recipe. It's perfect for a cozy chilly night and also makes the best leftovers during a busy week.

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. 1

    To a large stockpot on medium-high heat, crumble beef and Italian sausage, and cook until nearly cooked through. 

  2. 2

    Drain excess grease, and add onion and garlic, cooking until onion is translucent and meat is no longer pink.

  3. 3

    Add broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and spices, stir until combined. 

  4. 4

    Bring to a boil, then turn heat to low, simmering, covered for 20 minutes.

  5. 5

    Stir in elbow macaroni, and simmer, covered an additional 20 minutes. 

  6. 6

    Remove bay leaves, dish, and garnish as desired