Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Beef Pasta Shells Recipe
Indulge in the irresistible combination of cheesy, ranch-seasoned beef mixed with pasta shells in this comforting Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Beef Pasta Shells recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1 pound ground beef
For the Ranch Mixture:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup beef broth
For the Cheesy Layer:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 pound medium pasta shells
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Brown the ground beef in a skillet until fully cooked, then drain excess fat. Mix ranch seasoning, cream of mushroom soup, and beef broth. Shred cheddar and mozzarella. Cook pasta al dente.
- Layer the Crockpot: Alternate ground beef, pasta, ranch mixture, and cheese in the crockpot.
- Cook in the Crockpot: Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours until cheese is melted and bubbly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley if desired and enjoy hot.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
