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Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Beef Pasta Shells

A hearty and creamy pasta dish featuring ground beef, ranch seasoning, and two types of cheese, all cooked effortlessly in a crockpot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef can substitute for ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
  • 1 can condensed cheddar cheese soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 12 oz medium pasta shells, uncooked can substitute with rotini or penne
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the diced onion and minced garlic until the beef is cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Transfer the cooked beef mixture to the crockpot.
  3. Add the ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese soup, milk, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, uncooked pasta shells, and beef broth to the crockpot. Stir to combine all ingredients well.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours, or until the pasta shells are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

For added flavor, consider sautéing the onion and garlic until caramelized. Adjust cheese amounts based on taste preferences. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.