Dutch Oven Ground Beef Goulash

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/4 cup red wine (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pan and cook until they are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the beef broth and red wine (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Serve the goulash hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Interesting Facts

• Goulash is a traditional Hungarian dish that is now popular in many countries.
• The name “goulash” comes from the Hungarian word “gulyas” which means “herdsman”.
• Goulash is traditionally served with a side of bread or noodles.
• Ground beef is a great way to add protein and flavor to a goulash.