Budapesh Beef Goulash

Ingredients

¼ cup shortening
1½ pounds onions, coarsely chopped (about 4 cups)
1½ pounds chuck beef, cubed
1½ teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 small can tomato paste

Directions

• In a heavy two-quart saucepan, heat the fat, add the onions and saute until golden brown.
• Add the beef and cook over medium heat, stirring, until the the beef loses it bright redness.
• Add the remaining ingredients.
• Simmer very slowly, covered, until the beef is tender, one and one-half to two hours.
• If necessary, to prevent sticking, one-quarter cup water may be added.

Yield

5 servings

Source

The New York Times Cookbook