A Hearty, No-Fuss Meal That Feels Like Home
There’s a kind of magic in a dish that asks for so little…Cooking dishware set
And gives back so much.
No fancy techniques.
No exotic ingredients.
Just a single pot, a few humble staples, and a simmer that fills your kitchen with the smell of tomato, garlic, and browned beef.
Say hello to Old Fashioned Goulash — also known as American Goulash or Johnny Marzetti in parts of the Midwest — a beloved one-pot classic that graced dinner tables for decades.
It’s not the goulash of Hungary.
It’s something else entirely.
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Simmered in a rich, savory tomato-beef sauce
With seasoned ground beef, onions, and a pinch of paprika
No sides needed.
No extra dishes.
Just a ladle, a bowl, and a satisfied sigh.
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Perfect for:
Busy weeknights
Family dinners
Freezer meals
Or when you just need something warm, filling, and deeply comfortingGround beef cookbookOnion chopper tool
Let’s dive into how to make this generational comfort classic — the kind of meal that tastes even better the next day and brings everyone to the table without a word.
Why This Goulash Is a Game-Changer
One-pot wonder
Cook, serve, and clean — just one potMeal planning service
Budget-friendly
Family-approved
Kids and adults alike love it
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Tastes better the next day — perfect for leftovers
Customizable
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