Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 3 to 4 cloves of garlic (finely chopped)
  • 1 can (28 oz crushed tomatoes, undrained)
  • 1 can (15 oz tomato sauce)
  • 1 carton (32 oz Progresso™ beef flavored broth)
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked bow-tie (farfalle pasta (2 oz))
  • 2 cups chopped zucchini
  • Shredded cheese (if desired)

Instruction

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is brown; drain. Place in 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Add garlic, tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, mushrooms, basil, parsley, water, salt and pepper to slow cooker; stir. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
  • When about 30 minutes are left , add uncooked pasta and zucchini; cover and continue cooking until time is up.
  • Top with shredded cheese.