Goulash Soup

Thom Hackett

Serves: 8

Ingredients

2 lbs. beef (cut in small cubes)

3 tbsp. oil or butter

4 medium onions (chopped)

1 clove garlic (minced)

2 tbsp. paprika

salt & pepper to taste

1 tsp. caraway seeds

3 tbsp. tomato paste

1 bay leaf

3 c. water

2 c. beef broth

½ c. red wine

4 medium potatoes (cubed)

Cooking Method

Brown the meat in oil or butter. 

1. Add the onions and garlic and fry until the onions are translucent.

2. Add the paprika, bay leaf, caraway seeds, water, and broth.

3. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes.

4. Add the potatoes and simmer for an additional 45 minutes.
   Stir in the tomato paste and red wine. 

5. Salt and pepper to taste. 

6. Remove the bay leaf before serving.