Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Beef Pasta Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Beef Pasta with this easy-to-follow recipe. Tender ground beef simmered in a creamy garlic sauce, combined with pasta and gooey cheese, makes for a comforting and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Sauce and Pasta:
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz uncooked rotini or penne pasta
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef Mixture: In a skillet, brown ground beef and onion. Add garlic, cook briefly, and drain fat. Transfer to slow cooker.
- Combine Ingredients: Add seasonings, broth, soup, and cream. Stir well.
- Cook Slowly: Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours. Add pasta and cook for another 30–40 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in cheeses until melted. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Enhance flavor with Worcestershire or soy sauce
- Experiment with ground turkey or sausage
- Include spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
