Broccoli And Beef Pasta

Broccoli And Beef Pasta 2 cups broccoli florets or 1 package (10 ounces) frozen broccoli, thawed 1 onion, thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1 can (about 14 ounces) Italian-style diced tomatoes 3/4 cup beef broth 1 pound ground beef 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups hot cooked rotini pasta 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or shredded Cheddar cheese, plus additional for garnish 2 tablespoons tomato paste Layer broccoli, onion, basil, oregano, thyme, tomatoes and broth in Crock-Pot. Cover; cook on low 2 1/2 hours. Cook beef and garlic in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, stirring to break up meat. Drain fat. Transfer to Crock-Pot with tomatoes. Cover; cook on low 2 hours. Stir in pasta, cheese and tomato paste. Cover; cook on low 30 minutes, or until cheese melts and mixture is heated through. Sprinkle with additional cheese. Makes 4 servings.