SLOW COOKER TACO PASTA

Slow cooker Taco Pasta image

Provided by Dee Tourville

Time 4h45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lb lean ground beef
32 oz beef flavored broth
1 c water
2 pkg taco seasoning mix 1 ounce size
1 1/2 can(s) (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 pkg (8 oz) chile and roasted garlic mexican cooking sauce
1/2 c finely chopped white onion
2 clove garlic chopped
4 oz cream cheese, soften, cut into 1-inch pieces
5 oz cooked medium pasta shells
2 c shredded cheddar cheese (8 oz)
this can be topped with sour cream & more cheese if you please :)

Steps:

1. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
2. In 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, place cooked beef and remaining Taco Pasta ingredients except pasta shells and Cheddar cheese; stir until well combined
3. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 5 hours
4. About 15 minutes before serving, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Uncover slow cooker; stir in pasta and shredded Cheddar cheese until well combined.
5. Cook uncovered on High heat setting 10 to 15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted
6. Serve topped with sour cream, salsa and/or shredded cheese