2cupsuncooked pastacavatappi, rigatoni or macaroni
1cupwater
salt and pepper to taste
mozzarella and/or Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
In the slow cooker, mix together the diced tomatoes and tomato paste
1 28 oz can diced tomatoes, 1 6 oz can tomato paste
Add beef or turkey, broth, V8 juice, garlic, onion, and seasonings.
1 lb lean ground beef or turkey, uncooked, 3 cups beef broth, 1 12 oz can V8 vegetable juice, 1/2 cup onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 .7 oz pkt Italian dressing mix, salt and pepper
Cook on low for 4-5 hours (you can simmer longer-it will just increase the intensity of the flavors)
30 minutes before you are ready to serve, add the uncooked pasta and water.
2 cups uncooked pasta, 1 cup water
Sprinkle cheese on top before serving. Yum!
mozzarella and/or Parmesan cheese
Notes
Note: nutrition info is calculated using 95% lean ground beef and without the cheese included.