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Crock Pot American Goulash

I grew up on this meal - it's cheap, flavorful and filling. This version uses the slow cooker to build flavor while you're doing other things, and cooking the pasta right in the pot makes it even easier.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

Ingredients (~6 servings)

  • 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic about 3-4 cloves
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 28 oz
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15 oz
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1/3 cup red wine or additional beef broth
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus more for topping
  • 1 sweet white onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 3/4 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 3/4 tsp salt to taste
  • 6 oz uncooked elbow macaroni pasta
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Brown ground beef with garlic in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking up meat as it cooks.
  • Drain grease once beef is fully browned.
  • Add browned beef to slow cooker with crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, red wine, cheddar cheese, onion, bell pepper, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, paprika, Italian seasoning, and salt.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
  • Stir in uncooked elbow macaroni during the final hour of cooking.
  • Once pasta is tender, taste and adjust salt as needed.
  • Serve topped with extra shredded cheese and fresh parsley if desired.