Creamy Baked Velveeta Bowtie Pasta with Italian Beef Marinara
Creamy Baked Velveeta Bowtie Pasta with Italian Beef Marinara is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines the rich flavors of hearty ground beef and savory marinara sauce, enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this pasta bake is not only easy to prepare but also delivers a satisfying meal that everyone will love. With its creamy texture and delightful taste, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight meals or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the bowtie pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, then drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, allowing it to heat through.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the beef mixture and fold in cubed Velveeta cheese until evenly distributed.
- Pour into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, top with grated Parmesan cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg