Description

If you’re looking for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner that’s rich, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make, this Creamy Velveeta Bowtie Pasta with Italian Beef Marinara is for you. It blends silky Velveeta cheese, hearty ground beef, and zesty marinara sauce with bowtie pasta that catches every drop of flavor. This dish is perfect for quick dinners, meal prep, or family-style gatherings. Whether you’re craving comfort food or need fresh dinner ideas, this easy recipe delivers big flavor with little fuss—ideal for those looking for dinner ideas, food ideas, or even a twist on classic pasta night.

Ingredients

340g bowtie pasta

450g ground beef

2 cups marinara sauce

1 cup cubed Velveeta cheese

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Salt to taste

Pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.

3. Season the beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.

4. Pour in the marinara sauce and simmer for 5–7 minutes to blend the flavors.

5. Reduce the heat and add cubed Velveeta cheese. Stir continuously until fully melted and creamy.

6. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir gently until evenly coated.

7. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through. Serve warm.

Notes

Add a splash of milk when reheating to keep the sauce creamy.

Substitute ground turkey or Italian sausage for a fun twist.

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 20
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 550
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 75mg

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