Beef and Pork Goulash

Goulash makes a great and tasty meal. Make this goulash on the weekend and serve for a delicious Monday dinner.

• 1 1/2 pounds cubed stew beef
• 1/2 pound cubed pork
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup water or beef broth
• 3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 6 medium potatoes, but in 1/4-inch thick slices
• 1 tablespoon flour mixed with 2 tablespoons water, optional

Brown the beef and pork cubes in the oil in a Dutch oven or stockpot. Add onion and cook until lightly browned, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add herbs and seasonings, tomatoes, water or broth, and bell pepper. Cover and simmer for 2 hours. Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes longer.

If desired, thicken with a paste made with 1 tablespoon of flour mixed with 2 tablespoons of water, then cook until thickened.
Serves 6 to 8.