Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef & Macaroni
🍅 Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef & Macaroni
Some meals are less about being fancy and more about bringing comfort when you need it most. This Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef & Macaroni is the kind of dinner that’s perfect after a busy day when everyone is hungry and you want something warm, filling, and easy.
With tender ground beef, flavorful tomatoes, creamy sauce, and plenty of melted cheddar, this slow cooker meal delivers classic comfort food with minimal effort. Simply prepare the ingredients, let the crockpot do the work, and come home to a hearty dinner that’s ready to enjoy.
📝 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Onion, chopped | 1 |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Diced tomatoes, undrained | 14.5 ounces |
| Condensed tomato soup | 10.75 ounces |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | 2 cups, divided |
| Uncooked elbow macaroni | 2 cups |
| Dried oregano | 1 teaspoon |
| Dried basil | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
🍲 Instructions
1. Brown the Beef
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground beef, chopped onion, and garlic together until the beef is browned and the onion becomes soft. Drain any excess grease.
2. Add to the Slow Cooker
Transfer the cooked beef mixture into the slow cooker.
3. Combine the Ingredients
Add the diced tomatoes, tomato soup, 1 cup of shredded cheddar, uncooked macaroni, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
4. Slow Cook
Cover and cook on the LOW setting for 4–5 hours, or until the macaroni is tender and cooked through.
5. Finish with Cheese
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top. Cover again and continue cooking for 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
6. Serve
Spoon the cheesy beef and macaroni into bowls and serve hot.
This easy slow cooker recipe combines the comforting flavors of a classic pasta dinner with the convenience of a hands-off meal, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights and cozy family dinners.
