Description
This Velveeta Beef Bowtie Pasta Casserole is the perfect weeknight comfort food. Tender bowtie pasta is tossed with seasoned ground beef, creamy Velveeta cheese, and a savory tomato base, then baked until bubbly and golden. It’s hearty, cheesy, and super easy to throw together!
Ingredients
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12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
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1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
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8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
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Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the onion until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
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Add the garlic and ground beef. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
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Add the Velveeta cubes and stir until melted and smooth.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until everything is coated evenly.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
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You can swap ground beef for ground turkey or sausage.
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Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
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This dish freezes well. Just cool completely before storing in a freezer-safe container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg