Description
This Creamy Velveeta Beef Pasta with Bowtie Noodles is a cheesy, comforting, and easy one-pot meal perfect for weeknights. Made with creamy Velveeta, savory ground beef, and tender bowtie pasta, it’s a family-favorite dinner that’s ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
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2.25 pounds ground beef
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1 big block of Velveeta cheese (32 oz), cubed
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1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
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1 box bowtie noodles (farfalle), 16 oz
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional: 1/2 tsp garlic powder or onion powder for extra flavor
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or shredded cheddar
Instructions
In a large pot or deep skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease.
Meanwhile, cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
To the cooked beef, add cubed Velveeta cheese and cream of chicken soup. Stir until cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Add in the cooked pasta and mix until evenly coated in the cheesy sauce.
Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices to taste.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with parsley or extra cheese.
Notes
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Swap cream of chicken for cream of mushroom for a deeper flavor.
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Add frozen peas or sautéed mushrooms for a veggie boost.
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This dish reheats well—great for leftovers!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
