Crockpot Goulash Recipe

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:

1. 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.

1. Transfer to Slow Cooker:

• Place the cooked ground beef and vegetable mixture into a 6-quart slow cooker.

1. 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.

1. Slow Cook:

• Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3.5 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.

1. Cook Pasta:

• About 1 hour before serving, cook the dry uncooked macaroni according to the package instructions.

1. Add Pasta and Peas:

• 30 minutes before serving, stir the cooked pasta and frozen peas into the slow cooker mixture.

1. 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.