Chef John's American Goulash

 

 INGREDIENTS :

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 2 pounds ground beef

• 1 large onion, diced

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 large bay leaves

• 2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika

• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt

• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

• 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

• 1 quart chicken broth or water

• 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce

• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes

• 1 cup water

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 2 cups elbow macaroni

• ¼ cup chopped Italian parsley

• 1 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese (Optional)

*METHOD*

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