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Slow Cooker Creamy Beef and Shells


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  • Author: Klara Henschel,
  • Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A comforting and creamy dish featuring ground beef and pasta shells, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

  • Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Ground beef
  • 1 small Onion, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 10.5 ounces Cream of mushroom soup
  • 10.5 ounces Beef broth
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 8 ounces Medium pasta shells
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. In the slow cooker, combine the browned beef mixture, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  4. Add the pasta shells to the slow cooker and stir to ensure the pasta is submerged in the creamy mixture.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, or until the pasta is tender.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Once cooked, garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American