Description
A creamy, flavorful pasta dish with tender beef, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound pasta (like fettuccine or penne)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the beef stew meat in a large bowl and season it with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the seasoned meat for about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the browned meat to your slow cooker and add the beef broth, heavy cream, and minced garlic.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- When the beef is tender, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Shred the beef using two forks and return it to the slow cooker, then stir in the cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Let it meld for about 15-20 more minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Notes
Try using chicken or turkey for a lighter option, or add in extra vegetables for a nutrition boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: slow cooker, pasta, beef, creamy, family meal