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Delicious Italian Beef Bowties in Cheesy Velveeta Marinara Sauce Recipe

Italian Beef Bowties in Cheesy Velveeta Marinara Sauce

This comforting dish features bowtie pasta combined with ground beef, marinara sauce, and melted Velveeta cheese for a creamy, crowd-pleasing meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Italian Beef Bowties
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 24 oz marinara sauce jar
  • 8 oz Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Start by cooking the bowtie pasta according to the package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until it's no longer pink. Add in the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
  3. Step 3: Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing those flavors to blend beautifully.
  4. Step 4: Add the cubed Velveeta cheese to the skillet, stirring continuously until melted and well combined. This is where the magic happens!
  5. Step 5: Now, fold in the cooked bowtie pasta until it is evenly coated in that cheesy sauce.
  6. Step 6: Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
  7. Step 7: Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired. Enjoy your creation with a smile!

Notes

This dish stores quite well! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can freeze it for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.