Hearty Crockpot Goulash: A Comforting Slow Cooker Classic
A hearty and comforting Crockpot Goulash made with tender pasta shells simmered in a rich, beefy tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners and large gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Comfort Food, Main Course, Pasta
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
1 ½ medium yellow onions, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, diced
6 ounces tomato paste
1/2 cup water
24 ounces pasta sauce (jarred or canned)
28 ounces diced tomatoes with juices (1 can)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
8 ounces canned mushrooms with juices (1 can)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt (or to taste)
3 cups medium shells, uncooked
Instructions
1. Brown the ground beef, onions, and garlic until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
2. Transfer the beef mixture to the Crockpot.
3. Add all remaining ingredients except the uncooked pasta shells.
4. Cook on HIGH for 2 hours or LOW for 4-5 hours.
5. Cook pasta shells al dente according to package instructions.
6. Drain pasta and stir into the Crockpot meat sauce.
7. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes to heat through.
Notes
This recipe makes a thick goulash. If you prefer a thinner consistency, increase the water to 1 1/2 or 2 cups.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 373
- Sugar: 11
- Sodium: 749
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 33
- Cholesterol: 70