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Crock Pot Million Dollar Pasta Recipe

Crock Pot Million Dollar Pasta Recipe
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Indulge in this rich and creamy Crock Pot Million Dollar Pasta that is sure to be a hit with your family. Layers of cheesy goodness combined with a flavorful meat sauce make this dish a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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For the meat sauce:

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (24 oz / 680 g) jar of marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the cheese mixture:

  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (240 g) ricotta cheese or cottage cheese
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese

For the pasta:

  • 12 oz (340 g) penne or rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the meat sauce: In a skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onions. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
  2. Make the cheese mixture: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ricotta or cottage cheese, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan.
  3. Assemble in the slow cooker: Spread a layer of meat sauce in the slow cooker. Add half of the cooked pasta, then half of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers, ending with a meat sauce layer on top.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
  5. Add the final cheese layer: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top and let it melt.
  6. Serve: Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness!

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