Crockpot Goulash Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Transfer the beef mixture into your crockpot.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the uncooked macaroni. Cover and let the pasta cook until tender.
  7. Just before serving, stir in shredded cheese (if using).
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Would you like me to make this classic American-style goulash (beef + pasta), or do you want the Hungarian-style crockpot goulash (with beef chunks, paprika, and potatoes)?

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