Crock Pot Goulash
A hearty and comforting slow-cooked dish combining ground beef, pasta, and savory ingredients.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker Use a 6-quart or larger slow cooker for best results.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 medium green pepper, chopped
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- 3 cups beef broth
- 24 oz pasta sauce
- 15 oz diced tomatoes
- 1.5 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 1.5 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2.5 cups uncooked macaroni pasta
- 1.75 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Be sure to drain any excess fat before transferring the beef to a slow cooker.
- Add the chopped onion, green pepper, minced garlic, beef broth, paprika, pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir everything together until well combined for maximum flavor.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 2½ to 3½ hours. The longer cooking time on low will enhance the flavors even more.
- One hour before the cooking time is finished, add the uncooked macaroni pasta to the mixture and stir well. Cover and continue cooking for the remaining hour. This ensures the pasta cooks perfectly without becoming mushy.
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. This adds a creamy texture that elevates the dish.
- Serve hot and enjoy your hearty Beefy Macaroni Delight!
Notes
For added flavor, consider sautéing the onions and green peppers in the skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. You can substitute the cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese for a different taste.