Italian Velveeta Beef and Bowtie Pasta

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Italian-American Fusion

Description

This Italian Velveeta Beef and Bowtie Pasta is a creamy, cheesy, and hearty dish that combines tender ground beef, rich Velveeta cheese, and bowtie pasta in a flavorful tomato-based sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is family-friendly and packed with comforting flavors.

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340g) bowtie pasta (farfalle)

• 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef (90/10)

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained

• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

• 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)

• 8 oz (225g) Velveeta cheese, cubed

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

• Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 10-12 minutes) until al dente.

• Drain and set aside.

2. Brown the Beef

• In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned (about 5-7 minutes), breaking it into crumbles.

• Drain excess fat if needed, leaving about 1 tbsp for flavor.

3. Sauté Onion & Garlic

• Add the diced onion to the beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

• Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Simmer the Sauce

• Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).

• Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes on medium-low heat.

5. Add Cream & Cheese

• Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.

• Gradually add the Velveeta cubes, stirring until fully melted and creamy (about 3-4 minutes).

• Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.

6. Combine with Pasta

• Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the cheesy sauce.

• Let it heat through for 2-3 minutes.

7. Garnish & Serve

• Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

• Enjoy hot with garlic bread or a side salad!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

• Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.

Tips & Variations

✅ For extra veggies: Add sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms.
✅ Spice it up: Use hot Italian sausage instead of beef.
✅ Lighter option: Substitute Velveeta with reduced-fat cheese and use milk instead of cream.

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This Italian Velveeta Beef and Bowtie Pasta is a crowd-pleaser with its velvety cheese sauce and savory beef. Quick, easy, and irresistibly creamy—it’s a must-try for pasta lovers! 🍝🧀