Creamy Velveeta Linguine with Italian Beef Marinara
Creamy Velveeta Linguine with Italian Beef Marinara is your next go-to for an easy dinner that’s hearty, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Silky cheese sauce hugs every strand of linguine while the bold, herby beef marinara gives it that classic Italian flair. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner, a comfort food idea, or a new pasta recipe to wow your family, this easy recipe has it all. Perfect for lovers of cheesy meals, pasta dishes, and rich comfort food.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb linguine pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese cubed
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Add Velveeta cubes and stir until melted into the sauce.
- Toss cooked linguine with the creamy beef marinara. Add reserved pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or use spicy Italian sausage. If the sauce thickens too much, use extra pasta water or a splash of milk to bring it back to a creamy consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 31gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 950mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 4mg
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