Margaret Lee’s Easy Beef Goulash

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

A warm bowl of Margaret Lee's Easy Beef Goulash recipe

by The Chefin Stew

Prep

10 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

480

Sugar

11g

Fat

23g

Margaret Lee's Easy Beef Goulash is a classic stew recipe that has been passed down for generations. It is a humble dish that is made with simple ingredients, but it is full of flavor and warmth. The beef becomes tender and flavorful as it simmers in the tomato sauce for hours, and the wide egg noodles are the perfect accompaniment, soaking up all of the delicious sauce. It is a meal that is best enjoyed on a cold winter night, with a glass of red wine and good company.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, heat the shortening over medium-high heat.
2.	Once hot, add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides.
3.	Add the onion soup mix, tomato paste, and water to the pot with the beef.
4.	Bring the mixture to a simmer, and then reduce the heat to low.
5.	Let the goulash simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
6.	Serve with wide egg noodles.

PROS

Margaret Lee’s Easy Beef Goulash is a hearty and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter night.

The combination of beef, tomato sauce, and egg noodles is a classic and satisfying one.

CONS

This recipe is high in saturated fat and sodium, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also takes a few hours to cook, so it may not be the best option for a quick weeknight meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it does contain beef which is a good source of protein and iron.
Tomatoes are also a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene.

	1 tablespoon shortening
	1 1/2 lbs boneless beef cubes
	1 envelope onion soup mix
	1 can tomato paste
	2 cups water
	wide egg noodles