30 EASY DUMP-AND-GO BEEF CROCKPOT MEALS FOR THE FAMILY

Some nights call for a dinner you can load into the slow cooker and forget about until everyone is ready to eat.

These dump-and-go beef crockpot meals are perfect for busy family schedules, workdays, school nights, and weekends when you want something filling without standing over the stove.

Most of these slow cooker dinners need very little prep, and several can be assembled ahead for even easier weeknight cooking.

Dump-and-go crockpot meals are a lifesaver on busy days. You add everything to the slow cooker in the morning, walk away, and come home to a hot dinner that’s ready to eat.

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My Favorite Crockpot Tools for These Recipes

Before you start, here are the slow cooker tools that make dump-and-go meals even easier.

• Programmable 7-Quart Crockpot: Big enough for a whole roast, and it switches to warm when done.
• Slow Cooker Liners: No scrubbing the crock after cheesy soups and pastas.
• Meat Shredding Claws: Shred pot roast and barbacoa in seconds.
• Meat Chopper Tool: Breaks up ground beef evenly for taco meat and soups.
• Freezer Meal Bags: Prep dump-and-go meal kits ahead and freeze them flat.

DUMP-AND-GO BEEF CROCKPOT MEALS

1. Classic Crockpot Pot Roast

Fall-apart tender chuck roast slow cooked with potatoes, carrots and onions in a rich, savory gravy.

It’s the ultimate Sunday dinner, made with almost no effort.

Ingredients:

• 3 to 4 lb chuck roast
• 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes
• 4 carrots, cut into chunks
• 1 onion, cut into wedges
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 sprigs rosemary and thyme

Instructions:

1. Place potatoes, carrots, onion and garlic in the crockpot.
2. Season the roast with salt and pepper and set on top.
3. Sprinkle with onion soup mix.
4. Pour broth and Worcestershire around the roast and add herbs.
5. Cook on low 8 to 10 hours or high 5 to 6 hours.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Chop the vegetables the night before and store them in a bag. In the morning just dump and go.

2. Crockpot Beef Stroganoff

Tender strips of beef and mushrooms in a creamy sour cream gravy, served over egg noodles.

It’s a cozy classic the whole family loves.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat or sirloin, cut into strips
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 4 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 12 oz egg noodles, cooked

Instructions:

1. Add the beef, mushrooms, onion and garlic to the crockpot.
2. Whisk the soup, broth and Worcestershire and pour over.
3. Cook on low 7 to 8 hours.
4. Stir in cream cheese and sour cream for the last 30 minutes.
5. Serve over egg noodles.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Slice the beef and store with the mushrooms and onion in one container overnight.

3. Crockpot Beef and Broccoli

Tender beef in a sweet and savory garlic soy sauce with broccoli, just like your favorite takeout.

Serve it over rice for an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs flank steak or chuck, thinly sliced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ginger
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• Cooked rice and sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Add the beef to the crockpot.
2. Whisk the broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic and ginger and pour over.
3. Cook on low 6 hours.
4. Stir cornstarch with 3 tbsp sauce, stir it in and add broccoli.
5. Cook on high 30 minutes and serve over rice.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Freeze the beef for 20 minutes before slicing to get thin, even strips.

4. Crockpot Mongolian Beef

Sticky, sweet and savory beef in a brown sugar soy glaze with green onions.

It’s a copycat takeout favorite that kids love.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs flank steak, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 3/4 cup soy sauce
• 3/4 cup water
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp oil
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ginger
• 3 green onions, sliced
• Cooked rice

Instructions:

1. Toss the beef in cornstarch and add to the crockpot.
2. Whisk the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, oil, garlic and ginger and pour over.
3. Cook on low 4 to 5 hours.
4. Stir in the green onions.
5. Serve over rice.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Mix the sauce ahead in a jar and keep it in the fridge up to 3 days.

5. Slow Cooker Beef Tips and Gravy

Tender bites of beef simmered in a rich, savory onion gravy.

Spoon it over mashed potatoes, rice or egg noodles.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 lbs sirloin or chuck, cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 packet brown gravy mix
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Add the beef, onion and garlic to the crockpot.
2. Whisk the gravy mix, soup mix, broth and Worcestershire and pour over.
3. Cook on low 7 to 8 hours.
4. Stir in cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water and cook on high 20 minutes.
5. Serve over mashed potatoes.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Cube the beef the night before and toss it with the dry mixes in the crock insert.

6. Crockpot Beef Barbacoa

Smoky, tender shredded beef with chipotle, lime and spices, just like your favorite burrito bowl spot.

Use it for tacos, burritos, bowls or nachos.

Ingredients:

• 3 lb chuck roast, cut into chunks
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo plus 2 tbsp sauce
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 2 limes, juiced
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 tbsp oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 bay leaves

Instructions:

1. Blend the chipotles, broth, lime juice, vinegar, garlic and spices.
2. Place the beef in the crockpot and pour the sauce over.
3. Add bay leaves.
4. Cook on low 8 hours.
5. Shred the beef in the juices.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Blend the sauce and cut the beef the night before, then store together in a bag to marinate.

7. Slow Cooker Carne Asada Chuck Roast

Citrusy, garlicky carne asada-style beef made with an affordable chuck roast.

It shreds beautifully for tacos, quesadillas and rice bowls.

Ingredients:

• 3 lb chuck roast
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 2 limes, juiced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 jalapeño, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 cup cilantro

Instructions:

1. Place the roast in the crockpot.
2. Mix the orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, jalapeño and spices and pour over.
3. Cook on low 8 hours.
4. Shred and stir in cilantro.
5. For crispy edges, broil the shredded beef 3 to 4 minutes.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Marinate the roast in the sauce overnight for even more flavor.

8. Crockpot Korean BBQ Beef

Sweet and savory shredded beef with soy, brown sugar, garlic and ginger.

Serve it in rice bowls with cucumber and kimchi, or in lettuce wraps.

Ingredients:

• 3 lb chuck roast, cut into chunks
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 pear or apple, grated
• 5 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp ginger
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• Green onions and sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Place the beef in the crockpot.
2. Mix the soy sauce, brown sugar, grated pear, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, vinegar and pepper flakes.
3. Pour over the beef.
4. Cook on low 8 hours, then shred.
5. Top with green onions and sesame seeds.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: The grated pear tenderizes the beef. Mix the sauce the night before.

9. Slow Cooker Beef Ragu

Rich, slow-simmered shredded beef in a thick tomato sauce, served over pappardelle or rigatoni.

It tastes like it took all day, because it did, but you did almost nothing.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 lb chuck roast
• 1 onion, 2 carrots and 2 celery stalks, finely diced
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 lb pappardelle, cooked
• Parmesan

Instructions:

1. Add the vegetables and garlic to the crockpot.
2. Place the beef on top.
3. Mix the tomatoes, tomato paste, broth and seasoning and pour over, then add bay leaves.
4. Cook on low 8 hours.
5. Shred the beef into the sauce and serve over pasta with parmesan.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Use a bag of pre-chopped mirepoix to save time.

10. Crockpot Meatballs in Marinara

Beef meatballs simmered all day in marinara until they’re tender and full of flavor.

Serve over spaghetti or pile into sub rolls with melted mozzarella.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs frozen beef meatballs (or homemade)
• 2 jars (24 oz) marinara
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Fresh basil
• Parmesan

Instructions:

1. Add the meatballs to the crockpot.
2. Pour the marinara, crushed tomatoes, garlic and seasoning over.
3. Stir gently.
4. Cook on low 4 to 6 hours.
5. Serve with pasta or on rolls with basil and parmesan.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Frozen meatballs go straight in. There’s no thawing or browning needed.

11. Crockpot Beef Fajitas

Tender strips of beef cooked with peppers, onions and fajita spices.

Pile into tortillas with all your favorite toppings.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs flank steak or sirloin, sliced
• 3 bell peppers, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 cup salsa
• 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
• 1 lime
• Flour tortillas
• Sour cream, guacamole and cheese

Instructions:

1. Add half the peppers and onion to the crockpot.
2. Toss the beef with fajita seasoning and add it on top.
3. Add the remaining vegetables and pour salsa over.
4. Cook on low 6 to 7 hours.
5. Squeeze with lime and serve in tortillas.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Slice the peppers, onion and beef the night before and store in one bag with the seasoning.

12. Crockpot Beef Enchilada Soup

A creamy, cheesy soup with ground beef, beans, corn and enchilada sauce.

Top with tortilla chips, sour cream and avocado.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, browned
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans
• 1 cup corn
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• 8 oz Velveeta or cheddar, cubed

Instructions:

1. Add the browned beef and everything except the cheese to the crockpot.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low 6 hours.
4. Stir in the cheese for the last 30 minutes until melted.
5. Serve with your favorite toppings.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Brown a big batch of ground beef on the weekend and freeze it in portions for soups like this.

13. Crockpot Hamburger Soup

An old-fashioned, hearty soup with ground beef, potatoes and vegetables in a tomato broth.

It’s cheap, filling and great for leftovers.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, browned
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 potatoes, diced
• 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 cup frozen green beans
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions:

1. Add all the ingredients to the crockpot.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low 7 to 8 hours or high 4 hours.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve with crusty bread.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Assemble everything but the broth in the insert the night before, then add broth in the morning.

14. Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

Tender, salty corned beef slow cooked with potatoes, carrots and cabbage.

It’s not just for St. Patrick’s Day. Leftovers make great sandwiches.

Ingredients:

• 3 to 4 lb corned beef brisket with spice packet
• 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes
• 4 carrots, cut into chunks
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4 cups beef broth or water
• 1 small head cabbage, cut into wedges
• Grainy mustard

Instructions:

1. Place the potatoes, carrots and onion in the crockpot.
2. Add the corned beef fat side up and sprinkle with the spice packet.
3. Pour in the broth.
4. Cook on low 8 hours, adding the cabbage for the last 2 hours.
5. Slice against the grain and serve with mustard.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Rinse the corned beef before cooking to cut down on saltiness.

15. Crockpot Salisbury Steak

Seasoned beef patties slow cooked in a rich mushroom onion gravy.

Serve with mashed potatoes for a classic comfort food dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 1/4 cup milk
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 packets brown gravy mix
• 2 cups water
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup

Instructions:

1. Mix the beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion soup mix and milk and shape into 8 patties.
2. Optional: sear the patties 2 minutes per side for extra flavor.
3. Layer the patties in the crockpot with the mushrooms and onion.
4. Whisk the gravy mix, water and soup and pour over.
5. Cook on low 6 to 7 hours.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Shape the patties the night before and store them between parchment in the fridge.

16. Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches

Tender, thinly sliced beef on toasted rolls with melted Swiss and a rich au jus for dipping.

The crockpot makes both the beef and the dipping sauce at the same time.

Ingredients:

• 3 lb chuck roast
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 can French onion soup
• 1 packet au jus mix
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 8 hoagie rolls
• 8 slices Swiss or provolone

Instructions:

1. Place the onion and roast in the crockpot.
2. Mix the broth, French onion soup, au jus mix and Worcestershire and pour over.
3. Cook on low 8 hours.
4. Shred or slice the beef.
5. Pile onto toasted rolls with cheese and broil until melted. Serve with the juices for dipping.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Leftover beef freezes well in its juices for up to 3 months.

17. Crockpot Swiss Steak

Round steak slow cooked in a tomato, pepper and onion gravy until it’s fork-tender.

A budget-friendly old-fashioned dinner that’s perfect over mashed potatoes.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs round steak, cut into serving pieces
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions:

1. Season the steak and dredge in flour.
2. Place in the crockpot with the onion, pepper and celery.
3. Mix the tomatoes, sauce, broth and Worcestershire and pour over.
4. Cook on low 8 hours.
5. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Ask the butcher for tenderized round steak to save a step.

18. Crockpot Beef Teriyaki

Tender beef in a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce with garlic and ginger.

Add steamed broccoli and rice for a complete meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chuck or sirloin, cubed
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/3 cup honey
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp ginger
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• Sesame seeds and green onions

Instructions:

1. Add the beef to the crockpot.
2. Whisk the soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, ginger and broth and pour over.
3. Cook on low 6 to 7 hours.
4. Stir in cornstarch mixed with water and cook on high 20 minutes to thicken.
5. Top with sesame seeds and green onions.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Double the sauce and freeze half for next time.

19. Crockpot Taco Meat

Seasoned ground beef cooked low and slow in salsa and spices. It’s perfect for taco night or feeding a crowd.

No browning needed, and it stays warm for serving.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs ground beef
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 3 tbsp taco seasoning
• Taco shells, tortillas and toppings

Instructions:

1. Add the raw beef, onion, salsa, tomato sauce and seasoning to the crockpot.
2. Break the beef up well with a spoon.
3. Cook on low 6 hours or high 3 hours, stirring once or twice.
4. Drain any excess fat and break up again.
5. Serve with shells and toppings.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Leftover taco meat freezes well for burritos and nachos later.

20. Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup

A creamy, cheesy soup with ground beef, potatoes and veggies that tastes like a cheeseburger.

Top with diced pickles, crispy onions and extra cheese.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, browned
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cups potatoes, diced
• 1 cup carrots, shredded
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 4 cups chicken or beef broth
• 8 oz Velveeta, cubed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Add the beef, vegetables, broth and garlic powder to the crockpot.
2. Cook on low 6 to 7 hours until the potatoes are tender.
3. Stir in Velveeta, cheddar and milk.
4. Cook 30 minutes more until melted.
5. Top with pickles and cheese.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Use frozen diced hash brown potatoes to skip the peeling.

21. Crockpot Lasagna

Layers of noodles, meat sauce, ricotta and mozzarella cooked right in the slow cooker.

There’s no boiling noodles and no turning on the oven.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef, browned
• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 9 uncooked lasagna noodles, broken to fit
• 15 oz ricotta
• 1 egg
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup parmesan

Instructions:

1. Mix the beef, marinara, tomato sauce and seasoning.
2. Mix the ricotta, egg and half the parmesan.
3. Layer sauce, noodles, ricotta and mozzarella in the crockpot, repeating 3 times and ending with sauce and cheese.
4. Cook on low 4 to 5 hours.
5. Rest 20 minutes before serving.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Brown the beef and make the sauce the night before, then layer in the morning.

22. Crockpot Amish Beef and Noodles

Tender shredded beef in a rich gravy with thick, homestyle egg noodles.

It’s simple comfort food that’s often served over mashed potatoes in the Midwest.

Ingredients:

• 3 lb chuck roast
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 2 cans cream of mushroom soup
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 16 oz frozen or dried thick egg noodles
• Parsley

Instructions:

1. Place the roast in the crockpot and sprinkle with onion soup mix.
2. Pour the soup, broth and Worcestershire over.
3. Cook on low 8 hours, then shred the beef.
4. Stir in the noodles and cook on high 30 to 45 minutes until tender.
5. Top with parsley.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Add a cup of extra broth if the noodles soak up too much liquid.

23. Crockpot Cheesy Beef Burrito Bowls

Seasoned ground beef, rice, beans and salsa cooked together in one crockpot, then topped with melted cheese.

Spoon into bowls and add lettuce, avocado and sour cream.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, browned
• 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans
• 1 cup corn
• 1 1/2 cups salsa
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 2 cups shredded cheddar
• Lettuce, avocado and sour cream

Instructions:

1. Add the beef, rice, beans, corn, salsa, broth and seasoning to the crockpot.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low 2 1/2 to 3 hours until the rice is tender.
4. Top with cheese and cover until melted.
5. Serve in bowls with toppings.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Use converted (parboiled) rice. It holds up best in the slow cooker.

24. Crockpot Stuffed Pepper Soup

All the flavors of stuffed peppers in an easy soup with ground beef, peppers, tomatoes and rice.

It’s hearty, cozy and freezer-friendly.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, browned
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 bell peppers, diced
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 cups cooked rice
• Shredded mozzarella

Instructions:

1. Add everything except the rice and cheese to the crockpot.
2. Cook on low 6 to 7 hours.
3. Stir in the cooked rice.
4. Cook 15 minutes more.
5. Top with mozzarella.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Add the rice at the end so it doesn’t turn mushy.

25. Crockpot Beef Curry

Tender beef and potatoes in a mild, fragrant coconut curry sauce.

Serve over rice or with naan for a cozy dinner with big flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat
• 2 potatoes, cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp ginger
• 3 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 cup frozen peas
• Cilantro

Instructions:

1. Add the potatoes, onion, garlic and ginger to the crockpot.
2. Add the beef and sprinkle with curry powder and garam masala.
3. Pour the tomatoes and coconut milk over.
4. Cook on low 7 to 8 hours, adding peas for the last 20 minutes.
5. Top with cilantro and serve over rice.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Toast the curry powder in a dry pan for 1 minute first for deeper flavor.

26. Crockpot Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

Thin-sliced beef slow cooked with peppers and onions, then piled into rolls with melted provolone.

It’s an easy game-day or weeknight sandwich.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs thinly sliced chuck or sirloin
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 green bell peppers, sliced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (optional)
• 1 packet Italian dressing mix
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 6 hoagie rolls
• 12 slices provolone

Instructions:

1. Add the beef, vegetables and dressing mix to the crockpot.
2. Pour the broth and Worcestershire over.
3. Cook on low 6 to 7 hours.
4. Drain and pile onto rolls with provolone.
5. Broil 2 minutes until melted.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Buy pre-sliced shaved steak to make prep take less than 5 minutes.

27. Crockpot American Goulash

Ground beef, macaroni and cheese in a seasoned tomato sauce. It’s a nostalgic family favorite.

The pasta cooks right in the crockpot.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, browned
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar

Instructions:

1. Add the beef, onion, garlic, tomatoes, sauce, broth and seasonings to the crockpot.
2. Cook on low 5 to 6 hours.
3. Stir in the macaroni and cook on high 25 to 30 minutes until tender.
4. Stir in the cheddar.
5. Serve hot.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Add an extra half cup of broth if your goulash looks thick before adding pasta.

28. Crockpot Braised Short Ribs

Meaty beef short ribs slow braised in a rich tomato and balsamic sauce until they fall off the bone.

Serve over mashed potatoes or creamy polenta for a special dinner.

Ingredients:

• 4 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 onion, 2 carrots and 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 sprigs thyme
• 2 bay leaves

Instructions:

1. Season the ribs and sear in oil until browned on all sides.
2. Place the vegetables and garlic in the crockpot and add the ribs.
3. Whisk the tomato paste, broth, balsamic and Worcestershire and pour over.
4. Add thyme and bay leaves and cook on low 8 hours.
5. Skim the fat from the sauce and spoon it over the ribs.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Searing is optional but adds a lot of flavor. Do it the night before and refrigerate.

29. Crockpot Pepper Steak

Strips of beef with tender bell peppers and onions in a savory soy-ginger gravy.

Serve over rice for an easy, takeout-style dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs sirloin or round steak, sliced into strips
• 2 bell peppers, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ginger
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Add the beef, peppers and onion to the crockpot.
2. Mix the tomatoes, soy sauce, broth, garlic, ginger and brown sugar and pour over.
3. Cook on low 6 to 7 hours.
4. Stir in cornstarch mixed with water and cook on high 20 minutes.
5. Serve over rice.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Use a mix of red, yellow and green peppers for color.

30. Crockpot Beef Taco Pasta

Creamy, cheesy taco pasta with ground beef, salsa and spices.

It’s a kid favorite that combines taco night and pasta night.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, browned
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 jar (16 oz) salsa
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
• 2 cups beef broth
• 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
• 12 oz rotini or shells
• 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese

Instructions:

1. Add the beef, onion, seasoning, salsa, tomatoes and broth to the crockpot.
2. Cook on low 4 to 5 hours.
3. Stir in the uncooked pasta and cream cheese.
4. Cook on high 30 minutes until the pasta is tender.
5. Stir in the shredded cheese and serve.

🥣 Dump-and-Go Prep: Top with crushed tortilla chips, sour cream and green onions for crunch.

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With a crockpot and a few pantry staples, a hot, hearty beef dinner can be waiting for you at the end of even the busiest day.

Save this list and pick a new one to try each week.