Description
This Creamy Slow Cooker Beef Pasta is a hearty, comforting dish featuring tender beef, a rich creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. It’s an effortless recipe that brings restaurant-quality flavors right to your table with minimal hands-on time.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces penne pasta (or your preferred pasta)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Ingredients: Add the beef stew meat, diced onion, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
2️⃣ Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, heavy cream, dried basil, and dried oregano. Pour this sauce evenly over the beef mixture in the slow cooker.
3️⃣ Cook the Beef: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and flavorful.
4️⃣ Cook the Pasta: About 30 minutes before the beef is done, boil the pasta in a pot of salted water until al dente, following the package instructions. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
5️⃣ Combine Pasta and Cheese: Add the cooked pasta to the slow cooker. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix everything thoroughly to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce.
6️⃣ Final Cooking Step: Let the mixture cook in the slow cooker for another 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7️⃣ Serve and Garnish: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, comforting dish!
Notes
- Beef Options: Substitute beef stew meat with ground beef or thinly sliced sirloin for quicker preparation.
- Cheese Alternatives: Try Pecorino Romano or Asiago for a flavor twist.
- Make It Ahead: Prep the sauce mixture the night before to streamline your morning setup.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6