Classic Goulash
This meaty goulash recipe is easy to make on the stovetop but can also be done in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 large yellow onion, chopped
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2 pounds lean ground beef
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3 cloves garlic, chopped
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3 cups water
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2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
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2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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2 tablespoons dried Italian herb seasoning
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1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste
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3 bay leaves
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2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
Instructions
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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.
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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.
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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.
