In Search of the Perfect Goulash!

Okay....as I type this my kitchen is filled with a wonderful aroma of my simmering goulash. I am on a quest. Find the perfect Goulash recipe. One that is not too spicy but just plain yummy and that the whole family enjoys.

The prototype simmering away right now has stewing beef, lots of onions that have been browned in a little oil and butter, red peppers, and lots of paprika. To this mixture, I have also added about 2 1/2 cups of chicken stock and a whole tomato (and a little one) just for flavouring. I will take them out when the meat has become tender. All this cooks covered for about two hours and then I will take the lid off and let the moisture evaporate until the sauce gets nice and thick. Did I mention that there is pepper/salt and 2 kinds of paprika? Hungarian hot and a Spanish one too.

Verdict?

It was good. Nice, spicy and yummy! I served it with buttered Gnooci (I know, wrong country but I like them) or rice.

The bowls came back empty and looking for seconds. Definitely to be made again.