How to Make Slumgullion

A classic comfort food, slumgullion is a great meal for busy days. The main ingredients of ground beef, pasta and tomatoes are usually on hand to make a delicious meal in 30 minutes. This easy meal is sure to become a family favorite in your home. Why not try some tonight?

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 Pound ground beef
• 8 Ounces macaroni or pasta of your choice
• 1 Large onion, diced
• 2 Stalks celery, diced
• 1 Large (24 oz.) can tomatoes
• Salt and pepper to taste

1. Cook macaroni separately until al dente or slightly undercooked.

2. Brown the ground beef and pour off all excess fat except 2 tablespoons.

3. Dice the celery and onions into small pieces while the ground beef is browning.

4. Add the diced celery and onions to the browned ground beef, and cook until transparent, approximately 10 minutes.

5. Drain the pasta and add to the mixture.

6. Add the large can of tomatoes to the mixture. Stir to mix well.

7. Cover the slumgullion with a tight fitting lid, reduce the heat. Simmer approximately 10 more minutes.

Tips & Warnings

• Add tomato juice or V-8 for added flavor.
• Add diced green pepper for more variety.
• Add ground pork to the ground beef mixture for a deeper flavor.
• Try adding your favorite vegetables to make it unique for your family.
• Add extra tomatoes or juice if needed.
• Do not overcook the pasta, it will continue cooking after it's added to the mixture.
• Do not overcook after mixing the slumgullion all together, it can get mushy.
• Do not forget to cover with a lid or the slumgullion will dry out.
• Never leave a stove unattended while it's turned on.

Resources

• Find variations of slumgullion here.
• A comprehensive recipe collection can be found here.

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