Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Slumgullion
This Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Slumgullion is the kind of easy, old-fashioned comfort food that makes busy weeknights so much simpler. Made with just four main ingredients, it combines savory ground beef, tender pasta, tomatoes, and melty cheese into a hearty meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- Transfer the cooked beef to a slow cooker.
- Add the diced tomatoes and pasta sauce. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours.
- Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni during the final 30–40 minutes of cooking. Cover again and continue cooking until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, if using, and let it melt for a few minutes.
- Give everything a final stir and serve hot.
Tips
For the best texture, keep an eye on the pasta during the final cooking stage because slow cookers can vary in temperature. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a small splash of water or beef broth.
Serve this hearty Slumgullion with garlic bread or a simple green salad for an easy and satisfying weeknight dinner.