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Best Slow Cooker Hamburger

Best Slow Cooker Hamburger That's Creamy and Comforting

Discover the Best Slow Cooker Hamburger, a creamy and comforting dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 pound Ground Beef High-fat content ensures richness and juicy flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Feel free to substitute with crushed tomatoes.
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic (minced) Fresh or powdered to amplify the savory taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds savory umami; soy sauce works well too.
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder Enhances that classic cheeseburger flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Infuses warmth; regular paprika can be used if needed.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Provides a rich, creamy texture.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded) Essential for that cheesy goodness.
For the Pasta Base
  • 2 cups Pasta (small shapes) Choose rotini or shells.
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 2 cups Broth or Milk Vegetable broth makes it vegetarian-friendly.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease and transfer to slow cooker.
  2. To the slow cooker with the browned beef, add tomato paste, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, and smoked paprika. Stir well to combine.
  3. Pour in broth or milk into the slow cooker and stir until well incorporated.
  4. Carefully add in small pasta and give it a stir to ensure even distribution.
  5. Set your slow cooker to low and let it cook for 3 hours.
  6. About 20 minutes before serving, add cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese to the slow cooker and stir until cheese melts.
  7. Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

To enhance flavor, always brown the beef first. Smaller pasta shapes work best for soaking up sauce. Adjust cheese gradually for creaminess.

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