Slumgullion Recipe

Ingredients

Olive oil – 2 tablespoons

Yellow onion – 1, diced

Green bell pepper – 1, diced

Lean ground beef – 1 pound

Garlic – 2 cloves, minced

Beef broth – 2 cups

Tomato sauce – 1 can (15 oz)

Crushed tomatoes – 1 can (15 oz)

Dry macaroni – 1 ½ cups

Worcestershire sauce – 1 tablespoon

Italian seasoning – 2 teaspoons

Bay leaf – 1

Paprika – 1 teaspoon

Cheddar cheese – 1 cup, grated

Kosher salt and black pepper – to taste

1. Brown the meat and vegetables

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and ground beef. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and the vegetables have softened.

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.

2. Build the sauce

Add the beef broth, tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, bay leaf, and paprika.

Stir well, season again with a little salt and pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil.

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

3. Cook the pasta

Stir the dry macaroni into the simmering sauce.

Raise the heat to medium-high and cook uncovered for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.

4. Finish the dish

Remove the pot from the heat and discard the bay leaf.

Stir in the grated cheddar cheese until fully melted, making the sauce rich and creamy.

Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.

5. Serve

Spoon into bowls and enjoy this hearty, comforting classic while hot.