Crock Pot American Goulash (Printable Recipe)
Hearty American-style goulash slow cooked with beef, pasta, and tomato sauce for easy comfort food
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 1/2 pounds ground beef
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1 medium sweet onion diced
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1 green bell pepper diced
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3 cloves garlic minced
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24 ounces pasta sauce
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15 ounces tomato sauce
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14.5 ounces petite diced tomatoes
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1 cup water
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar
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2 cups elbow macaroni dry
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large skillet over medium heat cook ground beef with diced onion and bell pepper for about 8 minutes until the meat is browned and vegetables softened. Drain excess fat.
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Add the cooked beef mixture to a 4 to 6 quart crock pot and spread evenly.
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Stir in minced garlic pasta sauce tomato sauce diced tomatoes water Italian seasoning and sugar until combined.
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Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 2 to 4 hours to allow flavors to meld.
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During the final hour of cooking stir in dry elbow macaroni and cover. Cook until pasta is al dente or your preferred texture.
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Stir well before serving and ladle into bowls optionally paired with garlic bread or salad.
# Extra Tips:
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For added flavor use a seasoned diced tomato variety such as those with garlic basil and oregano.
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Avoid overcooking the pasta by adding it only in the last hour of cooking.