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Creamy Slow Cooker Beef Pasta Recipe

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  • Author: Jane
  • Total Time: 7 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Creamy Slow Cooker Beef Pasta is a rich and satisfying American main dish featuring tender beef stew meat cooked slowly with beef broth and garlic, combined with pasta and enveloped in a luscious, cheesy cream sauce made with mozzarella and parmesan. This comforting one-pot meal is perfect for easy weeknight dinners or hearty family meals.

Ingredients

Beef & Broth

  • 1½ lbs beef stew meat
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Pasta & Dairy

  • 2 cups uncooked short pasta (such as penne or rotini)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare and add beef to slow cooker: Place the beef stew meat in the slow cooker along with the beef broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure the beef is covered by the broth to allow even cooking.
  2. Cook beef on low heat: Set the slow cooker to LOW and cook for 6 to 7 hours, until the beef is very tender and flavorful.
  3. Add pasta and cream: Stir in the uncooked pasta and heavy cream into the slow cooker with the tender beef and broth mixture.
  4. Cook pasta until tender: Cover and cook for an additional 20 to 30 minutes until the pasta absorbs the broth and becomes tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  5. Incorporate cheeses: Stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
  6. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot for a comforting, creamy beef pasta meal.

Notes

  • Stir occasionally after adding pasta to prevent it from sticking and ensure even cooking.
  • Use short pasta shapes like penne, rotini, or shells for the best texture and to hold the creamy sauce well.
  • Heavy cream provides richness, but you can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option if desired.
  • This recipe is easy to double for larger groups and reheats well for leftovers.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://cookingmomy.com/creamy-slow-cooker-beef-pasta-recipe/