Crock Pot Taco Shells Cheese (Print Format)
Easy crock pot meal combining taco-seasoned ground beef with pasta shells in a creamy cheese sauce. Comfort food made simple!
# Ingredients:
→ Hearty Base
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1½ pounds ground beef, browned and drained
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3 cups pasta shells, cooked al dente and drained
→ Taco Flavor Magic
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2 ounces taco seasoning (2 packets)
→ Creamy Cheese Goodness
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12 ounces evaporated milk
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16 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
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¼ cup butter, sliced into thin pats
# Steps:
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Cook and brown your ground beef in a skillet, then drain off any excess fat. Cook your pasta shells al dente according to package directions and drain well. Getting these prep steps done first makes everything so much easier!
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Lightly grease your 6-quart slow cooker and add all the ingredients - the browned beef, cooked pasta shells, taco seasoning, evaporated milk, cubed Velveeta, and butter pats. Give it all a good stir to combine.
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Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or on high for 1-1.5 hours. Stir occasionally to help the cheese melt evenly and prevent sticking. The result is pure creamy, cheesy, taco-flavored comfort!
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Give it one final stir and serve hot. This is comfort food at its finest - creamy, cheesy, and packed with that delicious taco flavor everyone loves!
# Tips:
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This is like the ultimate comfort food mashup - taco flavors meet creamy mac and cheese! It's perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty and satisfying with minimal effort.
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The slow cooker does all the work for you, melting the cheese into a creamy sauce that coats every shell perfectly. It's like having a taco and mac and cheese in one amazing dish!
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Make sure to cook your pasta al dente since it will continue cooking in the slow cooker. This prevents it from getting mushy and keeps the perfect texture.