Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Casserole
This Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef and Macaroni Casserole is a comforting, family-friendly dish packed with savory ground beef, tender pasta, and plenty of melty cheddar cheese. It’s an easy dump-and-go meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes undrained
- 10.75 ounces condensed tomato soup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a slow cooker.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato soup, 1 cup of the cheddar cheese, elbow macaroni, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours, or until the macaroni is tender.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Cover and cook for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, and enjoy!
Notes
This recipe is flexible — try swapping ground turkey or Italian sausage for the beef. You can also stir in a handful of frozen peas or chopped spinach toward the end for added color and nutrition.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal
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