Chef John’s American Goulash

American goulash was one of my all-time favorite comfort food meals when I was growing up. They served it in my school cafeteria alongside a slice of buttered white bread and a carton of milk. This Americanized version of goulash was invented to stretch a small amount of beef into enough food for a not-so-small family. It’s a simple dish that doesn’t taste simple, so it’s perfect for your weeknight dinner rotation.

Recipe details

Ingredients

1. 1 tablespoon olive oil
2. 2 pounds ground beef
3. 1 large onion, diced
4. 4 cloves garlic, minced
5. 2 large bay leaves
6. 2 tablespoons paprika
7. 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
8. 2 teaspoons kosher salt
9. ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
10. 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
11. 1 quart chicken broth
12. 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
13. 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
14. 1 cup water
15. 2 tablespoons soy sauce
16. 2 cups elbow macaroni
17. ¼ cup chopped Italian parsley
18. 1 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese (Optional)

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