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Crockpot Cheesy Beef Pasta

Crockpot Cheesy Beef Pasta

This Crockpot Cheesy Beef Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender beef, creamy cheeses, and delicious pasta in one effortless dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Cheese Melting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean beef for less grease
  • 12 oz penne pasta Uncooked
  • 24 oz Prego Traditional pasta sauce Can substitute with any tomato-based pasta sauce
  • 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup Adds creaminess and depth
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cubed Soften for easier melting
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Sharp cheddar adds a stronger flavor
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Melts beautifully
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese Grated for best texture
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic preferred for best flavor
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 0.5 cup water Helps cook the pasta
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste Season to your preference
  • Fresh parsley, for topping Add a fresh touch

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Brown the beef: Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add to crockpot: Place the beef, uncooked penne, pasta sauce, cream of mushroom soup, cream cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, and water into the slow cooker.
  3. Cook: Stir gently, cover, and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours, stirring once or twice if possible.
  4. Make it cheesy: Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan during the last 15–20 minutes until melted and creamy.
  5. Serve: Spoon into bowls and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot!

Notes

Don't overcook the pasta—start checking around 3 hours because slow cookers can vary. Feel free to adjust the cheese types to your liking.