Description
Creamy Baked Velveeta Bowtie Pasta with Italian Beef Marinara is a comforting and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. This cheesy pasta bake combines tender bowtie pasta with flavorful ground beef, rich marinara sauce, and creamy Velveeta cheese for a delightful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, this recipe is designed to impress both kids and adults alike. Serve it at family dinners, potlucks, or as a cozy weeknight treat, and enjoy the warm, inviting flavors that this dish brings to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain using a colander.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add marinara sauce and Italian seasoning to the beef; stir to combine.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with the beef mixture and Velveeta cheese; mix well.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mixture into a baking dish, top with Parmesan cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg