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One Pot Old-Fashioned Beef Stew (Goulash)

Goulash is a delicious beef stew (or soup) with a rich paprika seasoned broth. This delicious dish is warm and comforting, perfect for a cold winter’s day.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef cubed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 onions sliced
  • 2 Tablespoons paprika
  • 4 garlic cloves sliced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 1 parsnip chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 4 potatoes chopped
  • 3 to matoes chopped
  • 2 bell peppers chopped

Instructions

  • Add the olive oil to a heavy-bottomed pan and heat over medium heat.
  • Season the beef with salt and pepper and add to the hot oil.
  • Sear on all sides, about 3-4 minutes, then remove and add the onions.
  • Cook the onions until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Do not rush this step as it builds incredible flavor.
  • Add the garlic, paprika, and return the beef to the pan and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the bay leaves, carrots, parsnip, celery and add enough water to cover the mixture.
  • Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer and cover for 45 minutes.
  • Remove any grease that has accumulated on top and then add the potatoes, cooking another 20 minutes.
  • Remove grease, add tomatoes and peppers, cook for 5 minutes.
  • Season again with additional salt, pepper, and paprika as needed.