Description
Velveeta Beef Bowtie Pasta Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that melds creamy, gooey Velveeta cheese with tender bowtie pasta and savory ground beef. This easy-to-make dish is a family favorite, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can whip up this hearty casserole in just 40 minutes. The rich flavors and delightful textures make it a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or spices for an extra nutritional boost, and serve it alongside a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces bowtie pasta
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onion until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with the beef mixture and cubed Velveeta cheese.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg