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Creamy Slow Cooker Beef Pasta


  • Author: Shirley
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours

Ingredients

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Here’s what you’ll need to make Creamy Slow Cooker Beef Pasta:

  • 1 ½ lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups uncooked pasta (e.g., penne, rigatoni, or fusilli)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Beef and Vegetables:

  1. Trim the Beef: Cut the beef chuck roast into bite-sized pieces, trimming away excess fat.
  2. Chop the Vegetables: Dice the onion and mince the garlic.

Combine Ingredients in the Slow Cooker:

  1. Layer the Ingredients: Add the diced beef, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes (with juice), cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  2. Cook the Beef: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and cooked through.

Add the Pasta and Cream:

  1. Cook the Pasta: About 30 minutes before serving, cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Add Heavy Cream: Stir the heavy cream into the slow cooker, mixing it into the beef mixture.

Combine and Finish:

  1. Mix in Pasta and Cheese: Add the cooked pasta and shredded mozzarella cheese to the slow cooker. Stir until the cheese melts and the pasta is coated in the creamy sauce.
  2. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Serve and Garnish:

  1. Plate the Pasta: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours, 4-5 hours

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings
  • Calories: 450-500 kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Protein: 30g