Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Beef Pasta Shells
Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Beef Pasta Shells is a delightful one-pot meal that brings comfort and convenience to your busy weeknights. This creamy pasta dish features tender ground beef enveloped in a rich ranch-flavored cheese sauce, making it a sure hit with the entire family. With minimal prep time and effortless cooking in your slow cooker, you can set it and forget it until dinner. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish is perfect for any occasion. Cleanup is a breeze since everything cooks in one pot!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/lamb)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
- 10.5 oz condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 oz medium pasta shells, uncooked
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the crockpot.
- Add ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese soup, milk, both cheeses, uncooked pasta shells, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg