Slow Cooker Creamy Ground Beef and Shells Recipe

Slow Cooker Creamy Ground Beef and Shells

Slow Cooker Creamy Ground Beef and Shells is the best recipe when you are in a rush for something easy and comforting; this is my go-to meal.

Harness the potential of your slow cooker tonight with this indulgent and robust ground beef and shells concoction. Seasoned ground beef, expertly browned, melds into a cream of mushroom soup foundation, embracing al dente shell pasta to create a wonderfully comforting dish reminiscent of beef stroganoff. It proves to be the perfect choice for a chilly winter evening or a bustling gathering where you need to cater to a crowd.

The provided recipe is uncomplicated, with a modest list of ingredients. Once you've perfected the browning of the beef, the slow cooker takes over, eliminating any need for constant attention in the kitchen, allowing you to focus on your guests.

Remember to keep an eye on the pasta around the 30-45 minute mark before the cooking time concludes to ensure the shells retain their texture and don't turn mushy.

How To Make Slow Cooker Creamy Ground Beef and Shells Recipe

flow this direction to make easy Slow Cooker Creamy Ground Beef and Shells recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 pound of 80/20 lean ground beef
• 2 cups of uncooked shell pasta
• 2 cans (11 ounces each) of cream of mushroom soup
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups of milk
• ½ teaspoon of onion powder
• 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese

Methods

In a medium skillet, cook and break apart the ground beef over medium-high heat, until fully browned.

Add cooked ground beef to the slow cooker, along with all other ingredients. Mix together to fully combine.

Cover the slow cooker, and turn on high power for about 3 ½ hours, or until the pasta is the desired texture. Keep the slow cooker covered until at least 3 hours in, when you can check the pasta and stir. Re-cover until the pasta is fully cooked through, and the sauce is bubbling on the sides.

Serve directly from the slow cooker into individual bowls. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or a dollop of sour cream, and serve hot immediately.

Pro-tip: Make this meal healthier by using a reduced sodium cream of mushroom soup and skim (1%) milk.

Pro-tip: If you don't have much time, this meal can also come together quickly on the stovetop. Enjoy your cooking!