Description
Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Beef Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy cheese, zesty ranch, and tender beef in one delicious dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will have everyone asking for seconds. With minimal prep and a slow cooker doing the work, you can enjoy a flavorful meal without the fuss. Gather your ingredients and let the magic happen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 3 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and mozzarella blend)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice bell peppers and onions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent. Add ground beef; cook until browned and drain excess fat.
- Stir in ranch mix and garlic powder with the beef.
- Transfer beef mixture to a crockpot; add uncooked pasta, bell peppers, cream cheese, shredded cheese, and beef broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours. Stir well before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (on low)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Swap pasta for whole grain or gluten-free options if desired. For added nutrition, mix in vegetables like spinach or zucchini.