Cheesy Meaty Goop in the Crock Pot
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Meaty Goop made in the Crock Pot—a luscious, hearty blend of savory ground beef and sausage, melted cream cheese, and gooey cheddar. Enhanced with the zesty kick of diced tomatoes with green chilies and aromatic spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, this slow-cooked masterpiece is perfect for busy weeknights or satisfying a crowd. Tender cooked pasta is stirred in near the end to soak up all the cheesy, meaty goodness, creating a one-pot wonder that’s as indulgent as it is easy to prepare. With just 15 minutes of prep and a hands-off 4-hour cook time, this creamy, flavorful dish is packed with rich textures and bold tastes, making it a guaranteed hit at the dinner table. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and watch your family devour every last bite! Keywords: cheesy crock pot recipes, creamy pasta bake, slow cooker dinner ideas.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 1 sweet onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 3 cups cooked pasta (e.g., elbow macaroni or penne)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef and ground sausage. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and transfer the meat to the Crock Pot.
Step 2
Finely dice the sweet onion and mince the garlic cloves. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened and translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Add them to the Crock Pot.
Step 3
Add the cream cheese (cut into cubes), shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the Crock Pot.
Step 4
Stir all the ingredients together in the Crock Pot. Cover with the lid and set the Crock Pot to low. Cook for 4 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure everything blends evenly and the cheese melts into a creamy texture.
Step 5
About 30 minutes before the cooking time is up, stir in the cooked pasta. Ensure the pasta is fully incorporated into the cheesy, meaty mixture.
Step 6
Once the cooking time is complete, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2473.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5454.9 |
| Total Fat 369.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 172.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 1144.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9520.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 267.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.1g | |
| Protein 277.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2079.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2385.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories