Description
Creamy Baked Velveeta Bowtie Pasta with Italian Beef Marinara is a comforting and indulgent dish that brings together the richness of cheesy goodness and hearty beef marinara. This savory casserole is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in. With minimal prep time and a satisfying flavor profile, it’s a meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Prepare this delicious pasta bake as a main course or serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 24 oz jar marinara sauce
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Combine the marinara sauce, Velveeta cheese cubes, and Italian seasoning with the cooked beef in the skillet. Stir until well mixed and cheese begins to melt.
- Mix the cooked pasta with the beef and sauce mixture in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the pasta mixture into a baking dish, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg