Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Cheddar Sauce, where savory beef meets perfectly cooked bowtie pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy cheddar sauce. This delightful dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, but it’s also versatile enough for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its hearty flavors and nourishing ingredients, it’s a meal that satisfies cravings while being easy to customize with your favorite veggies. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe will surely become a go-to favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin or chuck, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons garlic butter
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt, pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Sear until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt garlic butter. Add beef broth and simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream followed by Velveeta cheese until melted. Gradually add cheddar and mozzarella until the sauce is creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta and beef into the sauce, mixing well to coat everything evenly. Heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 648
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 712mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 111mg