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Imahe of The Ultimate Crock Pot American Goulash on a white plate
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The Ultimate Crock Pot American Goulash

A classic American comfort food made with ground beef, pasta, tomatoes, and seasonings — simple, hearty, and family-friendly.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: american goulash, comfort food, easy goulash, ground beef pasta
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 410kcal
Author: Michonne Zendaya
Cost: 14

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • wooden spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  • Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
  • Stir in beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  • Add elbow macaroni and stir well. Cover and cook until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Serve hot with bread or salad. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.