Slow Cooker Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta
Looking for a hearty, easy dinner idea? This Slow Cooker Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta is the perfect one-pot meal for busy nights! Tender pasta, savory ground beef, and gooey melted mozzarella come together to create a family-friendly dinner that’s full of comforting flavors. Best of all, everything cooks in your slow cooker no need to pre-boil the pasta!
Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
3 cups uncooked pasta (like rotini or penne)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions:
1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess grease.
2. In your slow cooker, combine the cooked beef, marinara sauce, uncooked pasta, and Italian seasoning. Stir everything together until well mixed.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or until the pasta is tender and perfectly cooked.
4. About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Cover again and let the cheese melt into ooey-gooey deliciousness.
5. Serve hot and enjoy a cozy plate of cheesy slow cooker pasta that the whole family will love!
Variations & Tips:
Want a spicy kick? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño when mixing the ingredients.
Mix up the cheese! Swap mozzarella for cheddar, provolone, or an Italian cheese blend.
Boost the nutrition by sautéing diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach with the ground beef before adding it to the slow cooker.
For an extra creamy version, stir in half a cup of cream cheese or sour cream just before serving.
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