Crockpot Ziti Easy (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 jar (650ml) of pasta sauce (about 2 1/2 cups).
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375 grams of penne or ziti pasta.
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1 cup and a half of chicken broth (low sodium).
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28-ounce can of diced tomatoes.
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1 pound of ground beef.
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1 teaspoon each of dried basil and parsley.
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1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.
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1 teaspoon of minced garlic.
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A finely chopped onion.
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2 cups of mozzarella cheese, shredded.
# Instructions:
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Brown the ground beef and onion together until they're caramelized. Toss in the garlic and seasonings, then cook for another minute.
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Transfer the cooked mixture to a 4-quart slow cooker (or bigger). Add in the broth, canned tomatoes, and jarred sauce. Give everything a stir.
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On low, cook things for 6 hours, or if you're in a hurry, 3 hours on high works too.
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Once it's on high, throw in the dry pasta and mix it up. Let it cook for another 15-30 minutes.
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Sprinkle the mozzarella on top, cover, and allow 3-5 minutes for the cheese to melt.
# Notes:
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Skip browning the meat if you're short on time.
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Feel free to swap ground beef with any meat you like.
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The sauce cooks the pasta directly—no extra pot needed!
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Start checking the pasta around 15 minutes to see if it's done.