{"id":5225,"date":"2026-05-19T16:59:57","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T16:59:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=5225"},"modified":"2026-05-19T16:59:57","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T16:59:57","slug":"slow-cooker-cheesy-beef-macaroni","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/19\/slow-cooker-cheesy-beef-macaroni\/","title":{"rendered":"Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef Macaroni"},"content":{"rendered":"

Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef Macaroni<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Ingredients<\/strong> (Serves ~6)<\/h3>\n
    \n
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef<\/strong> \u2014 lean (85\/15 or 90\/10) is best<\/li>\n
  • 1 small onion, diced<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • 1 can (14.5 oz \/ 410 g) diced tomatoes<\/strong> (undrained)<\/li>\n
  • 1 can (15 oz \/ 425 g) tomato sauce<\/strong> (optional for thicker sauce)<\/li>\n
  • 2 cups beef broth<\/strong> (low sodium recommended)<\/li>\n
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Salt + black pepper<\/strong> to taste<\/li>\n
  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Optional toppings:<\/strong> Parmesan, fresh parsley, extra cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Instructions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    1) Brown the Beef<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is fully browned<\/strong> and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat.<\/p>\n

    2) Mix in Slow Cooker<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Transfer the cooked beef mixture to your slow cooker. Add:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • Diced tomatoes<\/li>\n
    • Tomato sauce (if using)<\/li>\n
    • Beef broth<\/li>\n
    • Italian seasoning<\/li>\n
    • Salt & pepper<\/li>\n
    • Uncooked elbow macaroni<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Stir gently to combine all ingredients.<\/p>\n

      3) Cook<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Cover and cook on LOW<\/strong> for 3\u20134 hours<\/strong>, or on HIGH<\/strong> for 2\u20133 hours<\/strong>, until the macaroni is tender<\/em>. Check around the lower end of the time so the pasta doesn\u2019t overcook.<\/p>\n

      4) Add Cheese<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Once the pasta is cooked through:<\/p>\n

        \n
      • Stir in 1\u00bd cups of shredded cheddar cheese<\/strong> until melted and creamy<\/li>\n
      • Then sprinkle the remaining \u00bd cup cheddar<\/strong> over the top<\/li>\n
      • Cover again and let it sit for 10 minutes<\/strong> so the cheese on top melts into a gooey finish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        5) Serve Warm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Spoon into bowls and serve hot. You can garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan for extra flavor.<\/p>\n

        Tips & Variations<\/strong><\/h2>\n

        You can skip browning the beef<\/strong> for a quicker \u201cdump-and-go\u201d meal, but browning adds extra flavor.
        \nAdd bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for veggies.
        \nSwap half the cheddar for mozzarella for extra stringiness.
        \nServe with garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.<\/p>\n

         <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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