This easy, one-pot meal combines tender bowtie pasta, savory ground beef, and melted Velveeta cheese in a creamy, flavorful sauce. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner that’s both kid-friendly and ultra-satisfying!
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏳ Cook Time: 20 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Calories per Serving: ~450
🛒 Ingredients
- 🍝 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 🥩 1 lb ground beef
- 🧅 ½ cup diced onion
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🥄 1 tsp salt
- 🌶️ ½ tsp black pepper
- 🥣 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 🥛 1 cup beef broth
- 🧀 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 🥄 ½ cup milk
- 🌿 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- 🧀 ½ cup shredded cheddar (optional, for extra cheesiness)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Brown the Beef:
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned (about 5 minutes). Drain excess grease.
3️⃣ Sauté Onions & Garlic:
Add diced onions and garlic to the beef. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4️⃣ Add Tomatoes & Broth:
Stir in Rotel tomatoes, beef broth, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
5️⃣ Melt the Velveeta:
Reduce heat to low. Stir in Velveeta cubes and milk, mixing until smooth and creamy.
6️⃣ Combine & Serve:
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, stirring to coat. If using, sprinkle with shredded cheddar for extra cheesiness!
7️⃣ Garnish & Enjoy:
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or extra black pepper!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor!
✔️ One-pan meal – minimal cleanup!
✔️ Quick & easy – ready in just 30 minutes!
✔️ Kid-approved & family-friendly.
🔥 Helpful Tips
✅ Want extra spice? Use spicy Rotel or add a dash of hot sauce!
✅ Make it heartier by stirring in cooked mushrooms or bell peppers.
✅ Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days – they reheat beautifully!
Enjoy your Velveeta Beef Bowtie Pasta—a creamy, cheesy, and comforting dish that’s perfect for any night! 🧀🍝🥩 Let me know if you need more easy dinner recipes! 😊