Slow Cooker Creamy Beef and Shells Delight Recipe
This comforting dish features ground beef and large shell pasta cooked in a creamy sauce, perfect for a family meal. It's easy to prepare in a slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups uncooked large shell pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Transfer the browned beef mixture into the slow cooker. Add in the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir well.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 4 hours.
- After 4 hours, stir in the heavy cream and uncooked shell pasta. Cover and continue to cook on low for an additional 30-40 minutes.
- Once the pasta is tender, stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.