Hungarian Goulash

Ingredients

• 2 lb beef chuck, cubed
• 3 tbsp lard or oil
• 2 onions, diced
• 3 tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika
• 1 tsp caraway seeds
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 3 potatoes, cubed
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Heat lard in a large pot and cook onions until soft and golden.
2. 2Remove the pot from the heat briefly and stir in the paprika to prevent it from burning.
3. 3Add the beef and caraway seeds, and cook to seal the meat on all sides.
4. 4Stir in garlic, tomatoes, bell pepper, and beef broth, then add bay leaves.
5. 5Cover and simmer gently for 1 1/2 hours, until the beef is nearly tender.
6. 6Add the potatoes and simmer 25-30 minutes more until everything is tender.
7. 7Season with salt and pepper and serve hot with crusty bread.

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