American Hamburger Goulash Soup Recipe

Inspired by a Sioux Falls restaurant favorite, this hearty American Hamburger Goulash Soup recipe delivers rich, savory flavors in every spoonful! Imagine tender ground beef simmered for hours with a medley of vegetables in a deeply flavorful broth. This recipe is your blueprint – customize it to your liking and create your own masterpiece! Get ready for a comforting and delicious meal that's perfect for a chilly evening.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 182 mins
Calories 505.7 kcal
Protein 69g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for American Hamburger Goulash Soup

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • Celery Ribs
  • Carrots
  • 1 large chopped onion
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • Frozen Baby Peas
  • Potatoes
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • Beef Consomme
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Bay Leaf
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni or other small pasta
  • grated Parmesan cheese, to taste
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

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How to Make American Hamburger Goulash Soup

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium-high heat. Add 1 large chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 4 cups beef broth, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 3 hours, or up to 6 for deeper flavor.
  4. One hour before serving, add 1 cup elbow macaroni or other small pasta.
  5. Thirty minutes before serving, stir in 1/2 cup dry red wine.
  6. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

34g

Carbs

16g