Creamy Velveeta Bowtie Pasta (Print Version)
Velvety cheese and tender beef elevate bowtie pasta in a rich Italian-style tomato marinara.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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12 ounces bowtie pasta
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1 jar (14.5 ounces) marinara sauce
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1 block (8 ounces) Velveeta cheese, cubed
→ Seasonings and Garnishes
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
# Steps:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, crumbling it with a spoon as it cooks. Season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Continue cooking until the beef is thoroughly browned and no pink remains.
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Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir to combine and let it come to a gentle simmer. Add the cubed Velveeta cheese and stir frequently until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
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Add the drained bowtie pasta to the skillet, gently tossing to ensure the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy beef marinara sauce.
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Stir in the shredded mozzarella, allowing it to melt into the warm pasta mixture. If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese across the top.
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Top with freshly chopped basil before serving. Enjoy warm for best texture and flavor.
# Notes:
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For enhanced flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan and basil just before serving.