Crockpot Goulash is a hearty and comforting dish that’s perfect for busy days when you want a satisfying meal with minimal effort. This recipe combines ground beef, vegetables, pasta, and flavorful seasonings cooked slowly in a crockpot to develop rich flavors and tender textures. The result is a delicious one-pot meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) tomato sauce
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 box dry uncooked macaroni
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions:
- Prepare the Meat and Vegetables:
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through.
- Add the diced onions, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker:
- Place the cooked ground beef and vegetable mixture into a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Combine Ingredients:
- To the slow cooker, add the Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Slow Cook:
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3.5 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Cook Pasta:
- About 1 hour before serving, cook the dry uncooked macaroni according to the package instructions.
- Add Pasta and Peas:
- 30 minutes before serving, stir the cooked pasta and frozen peas into the slow cooker mixture.
- Final Touches and Serving:
- Cover the slow cooker again and let the pasta and peas heat through.
- Once ready, garnish as desired and serve this comforting Crockpot Goulash to your hungry family.
Tips:
- You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like carrots or celery.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- For added flavor, consider topping each serving with grated cheese or fresh herbs.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days or frozen for longer storage.
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