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Creamy Velveeta Beef & Bowtie Pasta

Creamy Velveeta Beef & Bowtie Pasta

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free pasta is used)

Description

Creamy Velveeta Beef & Bowtie Pasta is a comforting and easy-to-make dish that combines tender bowtie pasta with savory ground beef and a smooth, velvety Velveeta cheese sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this cheesy, hearty meal is perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd, delivering rich flavors and kid-friendly appeal.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

  • 8 oz bowtie pasta

Protein

  • 1 lb ground beef

Dairy and Sauce

  • 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup milk or cream (whole milk preferred)
  • 2 tbsp butter

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp paprika

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown the Beef and Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
  3. Make the Velveeta Cheese Sauce: Lower the heat and add cubed Velveeta cheese along with milk to the skillet. Stir gently until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce, smoothing out any lumps. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
  4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained bowtie pasta directly into the skillet with the creamy beef sauce. Toss everything together until every piece of pasta is generously coated with the cheesy sauce.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and color.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the pasta; al dente pasta holds the sauce better and prevents mushiness.
  • Use whole milk for a richer, creamier sauce that isn’t too heavy.
  • Cut Velveeta into small cubes to help it melt evenly and quickly.
  • Brown the beef well to add depth of flavor and a slight caramelized note.
  • Stir continuously when melting the cheese to prevent the sauce from sticking or creating lumps.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg

Keywords: Velveeta beef pasta, creamy beef pasta, bowtie pasta recipe, comfort food, easy pasta dinner, cheesy beef pasta

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