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American Goulash with Cheddar Macaroni
A comforting American goulash packed with caramelized onions, roasted peppers, seasoned ground beef, smoky bacon, and a rich tomato sauce, served over al dente macaroni and topped with sharp cheddar cheese and green onions. Perfect for a family dinner.
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Critical Success Points
- • Rendering the bacon to capture its fat
- • Searing the ground beef without moving it for the first few minutes
- • Caramelizing the onions for deep flavor
- • Cooking the tomato paste to a rust color
- • Coating the pasta with oil to prevent mushiness
Safety Warnings
- • Handle hot oil and rendered fat carefully to avoid burns.
- • Ensure ground beef reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for safety.
- • Use oven mitts when handling the hot pot.
- • Avoid cross‑contamination by washing hands and utensils after handling raw meat.
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