Description
Hearty Paula Deen’s Bobby’s Goulash blends rich ground beef, savory seasonings, and comforting macaroni into a classic Southern-inspired dish. Warm, satisfying flavors invite you to savor this nostalgic meal that reminds home cooks of cherished family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) lean ground beef
- 3 cloves chopped garlic
- 2 large chopped onions
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 (15 oz/425 g) cans diced tomatoes
- 2 (15 oz/425 g) cans tomato sauce
- 3 cups water
- 3 tbsps soy sauce
- 3 bay leaves
- 2 tbsps Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp Paula Deen’s House Seasoning
- 1 tbsp Paula Deen Seasoned Salt
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Brown ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat, crumbling completely until no pink remains. Drain excess fat thoroughly.
- Aromatic Infusion: Add onions and garlic to the meat, sautéing until softened and translucent, releasing their fragrant essence.
- Flavor Foundation: Pour water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, soy sauce, House Seasoning, and seasoned salt into the pot. Stir vigorously to create a harmonious flavor profile.
- Simmering Stage: Reduce heat, cover, and allow the mixture to simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, enabling seasonings to meld and intensify their robust character.
- Pasta Integration: Introduce elbow macaroni directly into the simmering sauce, stirring carefully to prevent sticking and ensure uniform cooking. Continue simmering for 25-30 minutes, occasionally stirring to maintain even texture.
- Resting Period: Remove from heat, discard bay leaves, and let the goulash rest for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to fully develop and sauce to reach optimal thickness.
- Serving Suggestion: Plate the goulash while steaming hot, pairing with crusty garlic bread and a crisp side salad to complete this hearty meal.
Notes
- Meat Mastery: Brown ground beef thoroughly, ensuring no pink remains for optimal flavor and food safety.
- Aromatic Boost: Sauté onions and garlic until translucent to unlock deep, rich flavor foundations.
- Liquid Harmony: Stir ingredients completely when adding water and sauces to guarantee even seasoning distribution.
- Pasta Patience: Avoid stirring too frequently while cooking macaroni to prevent breaking and maintain ideal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg