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Ultimate Slow Cooked Beef and Mostaccioli

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A comforting dish of tender beef and hearty mostaccioli pasta in a rich marinara sauce, perfect for family gatherings and busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups mostaccioli pasta, uncooked
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef over medium heat in a large skillet until fully cooked, stirring occasionally, and drain excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a slow cooker.
  4. Pour in marinara sauce and diced tomatoes, then stir in oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours.
  6. Stir in uncooked mostaccioli pasta.
  7. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. Cover again and cook for an additional hour on low.
  9. Serve hot, and enjoy!

Notes

Browning the beef enhances the flavor. Use high-quality marinara sauce for the best taste.

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