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Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Beef Pasta Shells

A delicious and easy meal featuring ranch seasoning, creamy cheeses, and tender ground beef, perfect for busy days and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb 1 lb (450g) ground beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 small 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Can be substituted with homemade ranch seasoning.
  • 1 cup 1 cup cream cheese Add more for creamier texture.
  • 1 cup 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Plus extra for serving.
  • 12 oz 12 oz large pasta shells
  • to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; drain the fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until softened.
  3. In a crockpot, combine the browned beef mixture, ranch seasoning mix, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or until everything is heated through and the cheeses are melted.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  6. Once the mixture in the crockpot is ready, gently stir in the cooked pasta shells.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve warm.

Notes

Serve with a fresh green salad or garlic bread. For a special touch, sprinkle extra cheddar cheese or chopped fresh herbs on top.