Description
A hearty and comforting crockpot dinner that combines tender beef stew meat with bowtie pasta in a creamy, flavorful sauce. This easy family meal is perfect for busy weeknights and is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef:
- 1 1/2 pounds beef stew meat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Pasta:
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 8 oz uncooked bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a skillet, sear beef stew meat until browned. Transfer to the crockpot.
- Cook the Beef: Add onion, garlic, seasonings, diced tomatoes, soup, and broth to the crockpot. Cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook bowtie pasta separately, then add to the crockpot along with cheese. Let sit until cheese melts.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or cream of onion if preferred.
- Add peas or chopped spinach at the end for extra veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
