Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Beef Pasta Shells Recipe
This Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Beef Pasta Shells recipe is a delicious and comforting dish that is easy to make in a slow cooker. With savory ground beef, creamy cheddar cheese soup, and a hint of ranch seasoning, this hearty pasta dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cheese Sauce:
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Additional Ingredients:
- 12 oz medium pasta shells, uncooked
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the diced onion and minced garlic. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer to Crockpot: Transfer the cooked beef mixture to the crockpot.
- Add Ingredients: Add the ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese soup, milk, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, uncooked pasta shells, and beef broth to the crockpot. Stir to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Season and Garnish: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Crockpot, Cheesy, Ranch, Beef, Pasta Shells, Slow Cooker, Comfort Food