American Goulash, Aka Calico Casserole
American goulash is usually referred to in the midwestern and southern United States as simply "goulash". In the Inland Northwest around Spokane, it is a common school and home dish simply called "macaroni hamburger and tomato". It has also been called American Chop Suey. Whatever you call it, it is a tasty and inexpensive one-dish meal that lends itself to variations.
INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 2cups macaroni
- 1
- 1
- 1
- 1
- 1cup frozen peas
- 1cup frozen corn
- 2
- 1(14 1/2 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1⁄2cup water
- 1tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2tablespoons brown sugar
- 1
- 1teaspoon marjoram
- 1⁄2
- 1⁄2teaspoon pepper
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DIRECTIONS
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain.
- Brown ground beef with celery, onion, and pepper. Drain accumulated grease.
- Add remaining ingredients. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are cooked to your liking.
- If serving this as American Goulash, stop here. You're done.
- For Calico Casserole, turn into a 3-quart casserole, and top with shredded cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly.
- Variation 1: Add 1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes in Step 3. You may also need to add another 1/4 cup of water.
- Variation 2: Substitute 2 cups mixed vegetables for the corn and peas. Or substitute any other vegetables you have on hand.
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