Categories: Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp dried basil leaves
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano leaves
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves
- 14.5 oz. can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
- 3/4 cup beef broth
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups cooked rotini
- 3 oz. shredded cheddar or grated Parmesan
Directions
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Layer broccoli, onion, basil, oregano, thyme, tomatoes and beef broth in slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW 2 1/2 hours.
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Combine beef and garlic in large nonstick skillet; cook over high heat 6 to 8 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat apart with wooden spoon. Pour off drippings. Add beef mixture to slow cooker. Cover and cook 2 hours.
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Stir in tomato paste. Add pasta and cheese. Cover and cook 30 minutes or until cheese melts and mixture is heated through.