Crockpot Goulash Recipe

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Crockpot Goulash Recipe: Comfort in a Slow Cooker

Crockpot goulash is the ultimate comfort food. Warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, this dish combines tender pasta, savory beef, and a rich tomato sauce, all cooked low and slow in a slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner, it’s a one-pot meal that satisfies both the stomach and the soul. Here’s how to make it step by step.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (450g) ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can (15 oz/425g) tomato sauce
• 1 can (14.5 oz/411g) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Step-by-Step Method:

Step 1: Brown the Meat

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until it’s no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spatula.
3. Drain excess fat and transfer the beef to the crockpot.

Tip: Browning the meat first enhances flavor and prevents a greasy taste in your goulash.

Step 2: Sauté Aromatics

1. In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, and bell peppers.
2. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crockpot with the beef.

Step 3: Add the Tomato Base

1. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste.
2. Sprinkle in paprika, Italian herbs, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
3. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Tip: Taste the sauce at this stage; you can adjust seasonings before slow cooking.

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