Old Fashioned American Goulash

Instructions:

1. Cook the beef → In a large pot, brown ground beef with onion until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
2. Add garlic & seasoning → Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 1–2 minutes.
3. Add liquids → Pour in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Add bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
4. Simmer → Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add pasta → Stir in elbow macaroni. Cover and cook 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
6. Finish → Remove bay leaf. Stir in cheese (optional) or sprinkle on top when serving.
7. Serve → Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy warm!

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