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Slow Cooker Million Dollar Pasta

Slow Cooker Million Dollar Pasta: Creamy Comfort Awaits

This Slow Cooker Million Dollar Pasta is a creamy, comforting meal that brings warmth and flavor to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Layers
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Browning enhances texture.
  • 12 oz Bowtie Pasta Holds sauce well.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Balances richness.
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Adds a light creaminess.
For the Flavor
  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning Classic herb flavors.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Easy flavor booster.
For the Marinara Base
  • 24 oz Marinara Sauce Use high-quality sauce.
  • 1 cup Water Ensures even cooking.
For the Topping
  • 2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Melts nicely on top.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the beef in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
  2. Mix cream cheese, sour cream, ricotta, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Layer half of the marinara sauce in the slow cooker, followed by half of the uncooked pasta, then the remaining marinara.
  4. Add half the water and beef, then spread the cream cheese mixture over the top.
  5. Repeat layering with the remaining pasta, marinara, and water, then top with remaining beef.
  6. Cover and cook on low for approximately 2.5 hours, checking for tenderness.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella on top and cook for an additional 20 minutes until melted.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freeze before adding cheese for up to 3 months.

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