Velveeta Beef Bowtie Pasta (Printable Version)
A hearty, creamy pasta combining ground beef, melted Velveeta and bowtie noodles for a cheesy, satisfying dinner in just 30 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 large block Velveeta cheese, cubed
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1 block (225g) cream cheese, softened
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1 can cream of chicken soup
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1 can Rotel tomatoes with chilies, undrained
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1 kg ground beef
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1 box farfalle (bowtie pasta)
→ Optional
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240ml reserved pasta cooking water (for adjusting consistency)
# Steps:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
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Add farfalle (bowtie pasta) and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
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Reserve 240ml of pasta cooking water, then drain pasta and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until completely browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Add cubed Velveeta, softened cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, and undrained Rotel tomatoes to the skillet with the cooked beef.
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Stir mixture continuously over medium heat until cheeses have completely melted and sauce is smooth and uniform.
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Add the cooked farfalle to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat all pasta with the creamy sauce.
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If sauce appears too thick, gradually incorporate reserved pasta water until reaching desired consistency.
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Transfer to serving dishes and enjoy while hot.
# Notes:
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This hearty, creamy pasta dish is perfect for family-style dining
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The reserved pasta water contains starches that help the sauce adhere to the pasta while adjusting consistency