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A delicious serving of Slumgullion featuring ground beef, macaroni, and tomatoes.

Slumgullion

A hearty and comforting one-pot meal made with ground beef, macaroni, and a tomato-based sauce that's easy to prepare and perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground beef You can also use ground turkey.
  • 2 cups Elbow macaroni Dry.
  • 1 medium Onion, diced
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced Or 1 spoon of garlic paste.
  • 1 can Tomato sauce (15 ounces)
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes Optional for added texture.
  • 2 cups Beef broth or water Adjust as needed.
  • 1-2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Or a mix of oregano and basil.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika Optional.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to serve Cheddar cheese Optional, but recommended.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Brown the beef in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon until no longer pink.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for a few minutes until it softens, then add the garlic for another 30 seconds.
  3. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika, stirring for about a minute.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and beef broth or water. Stir everything together, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  5. Stir in the dry macaroni, ensuring it is mostly covered by liquid. If needed, add a splash more broth or water.
  6. Lower the heat and let it simmer gently with a lid slightly cracked, stirring occasionally until the pasta is tender, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust the seasoning. For a richer flavor, stir in some cheese.
  8. Serve in bowls, topped with cheddar cheese and black pepper if desired.

Notes

This dish is even better the next day as the flavors meld. Store it in a sealed container for 3-4 days in the fridge. It can be frozen for up to 2 months.