Broccoli and Beef Pasta (recipes) and sunspot (sh)

Broccoli and Beef Pasta (recipes)

Broccoli and Beef Pasta

Yield: Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

2cups broccoli florets or 1 package (10 ounces) frozen broccoli, thawed

1onion, thinly sliced

1/2teaspoon dried basil

1/2teaspoon dried oregano

1/2teaspoon dried thyme

1can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained

3/4cup beef broth

1pound lean ground beef

2cloves garlic, minced

2cups cooked rotini pasta

3/4cup (3 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese or grated Parmesan cheese

2tablespoons tomato paste

Preparation:

1.Layer broccoli, onion, basil, oregano, thyme, tomatoes with juice and broth in slow cooker. Cover; cook on LOW 2-1/2 hours.2.Cook and stir beef and garlic in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until brown, stirring to break up meat. Drain fat. Add beef mixture to slow cooker. Cover; cook 2 hours. 3.Stir in pasta, cheese and tomato paste. Cover; cook 30 minutes or until cheese melts and mixture is heated through. Sprinkle with additional shredded cheese, if desired.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve with garlic bread.

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