Description
A comforting and hearty dish that combines the beloved flavors of Sloppy Joe with pasta, perfect for cozy evenings around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup Sloppy Joe sauce
- 3 cups uncooked pasta (elbow macaroni or penne)
- 4 cups water or broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In your slow cooker, combine the ground beef, chopped onions, and bell peppers. Set your slow cooker to high and let it run until the beef is nicely browned, stirring occasionally.
- Add the goodies: Stir in the Sloppy Joe sauce, water (or broth), and uncooked pasta. Mix everything together gently.
- Slow cook to perfection: Cover and let it cook on low for 3-4 hours. Near the end of cooking, add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until it’s all melted and creamy.
Notes
You can swap ground beef for turkey or chicken, and use any pasta shape you love. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Pasta, Sloppy Joe, Comfort Food, Hearty Meal