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Slow Cooker Goulash Recipe

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A hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Goulash featuring ground beef, bell peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce simmered to perfection. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender pasta with a flavorful blend of diced tomatoes, garlic, and seasonings, cooked low and slow to develop deep, savory flavors. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 2 teaspoons jarred minced garlic

Tomato Base

  • 2 cups tomato basil pasta sauce
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon herb and garlic seasoning

Pasta

  • 6 oz pasta noodles

Instructions

  1. Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat, then transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.
  2. Add Vegetables and Sauces: To the slow cooker, stir in the diced onion, green bell pepper, jarred minced garlic, tomato basil pasta sauce, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, and herb and garlic seasoning. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  3. Slow Cook the Mixture: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-6 hours. For deeper flavor, you can let it simmer on low for up to 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  4. Add Pasta and Finish Cooking: Turn the slow cooker to high heat and add the pasta noodles during the last 30 to 45 minutes of cooking. Stir well to ensure the pasta is submerged in the sauce. Be ready to serve immediately once the pasta is tender, as leaving it too long can cause it to become overly soft.

Notes

  • You can use any short pasta noodles, such as elbow macaroni or penne.
  • For a thicker sauce, reduce the water by half or simmer uncovered for the last 30 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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