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Bowtie Pasta with Creamy Velveeta Beef Sauce

Bowtie Pasta with Creamy Velveeta Beef Sauce in Under 30 Minutes

A quick and satisfying dish that combines bowtie pasta with creamy Velveeta beef sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Bowtie Pasta substitute with penne, rotini, or macaroni if preferred
For the Sauce
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can swap with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles
  • 8 oz Velveeta Cheese cube for easier melting
  • 1 cup Milk can use half-and-half for a richer sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic is a tasty substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder fresh onions can be used with adjusted cooking times
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • spatula
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, add bowtie pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add ground beef and brown for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the cooked beef, stir and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low, add cubed Velveeta cheese and milk, stir constantly for 3-4 minutes until cheese melts and creates a creamy sauce.
  5. Add drained bowtie pasta to the skillet, gently fold into the sauce until well-coated.
  6. Remove from heat, serve warm, optionally garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of milk to restore creaminess.

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