A classic Hungarian comfort food, serve this creamy and satisfying beef stew over noodles.

Beef Goulash

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound round steak, cubed
3 medium onions, chopped
1 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
2 cups hot water
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cold water
1/2 cup whipping cream

1 (8-ounce) package noodles

1. Heat oil in a skillet. Add steak and brown well, approximately 10 minutes.
2. Stir in onions and cook until soft. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, garlic powder, pepper and sugar, blend thoroughly. Pour in hot water; cover, and simmer gently for about 1 1/2 hours.
3. Blend flour with cold water until smooth. Stir into the meat mixture, and cook until the sauce is thick. Remove from the heat and stir in cream.
4. Meanwhile, prepare noodles according to package directions; drain.
5. Serve beef goulash over prepared noodles.

Makes 4 servings.