With the cold weather upon us there is nothing better than a warm bowl of soup, stew or goulash. This easy goulash recipe is perfect for cold weather nights and to eat in front of the fireplace or watching the football game.

So what is goulash? Goulash is a “highly seasoned Hungarian soup or stew of meat and vegetables, flavored with paprika”, according to Wikipedia. So basically, a delicious thick soup. Do not be afraid of making a goulash, it is delicious and easy.

Easy Goulash Recipe

I love a meal that can be made in one pot and the best part of this recipe is that the longer it simmers the better it tastes.

Simple Goulash Recipe

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 tomatoes, chopped

2 bell peppers, chopped

Directions:

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.

This simple goulash recipe is easy to make and tastes great too. Serve with a side salad or bread and butter there is nothing better than sopping up the juices with a good piece of crusty bread.

My grandmother used to make an entire meal  out of salad and bread! She never would eat the main dish just the accompanying side dishes like salad or the heel of a piece of Italian bread. But I digress…really this basic goulash recipe is perfect for those long winter nights.