Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Cheddar Sauce. This dish combines tender beef, al dente bowtie pasta, and a rich, creamy cheddar sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this quick and easy recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes. With its savory flavor profile and kid-friendly appeal, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin or chuck
- 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
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear seasoned beef until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- Reduce heat, add garlic butter to skillet, then stir in beef broth and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Lower the heat and mix in heavy cream followed by Velveeta, cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta and beef into the sauce; warm through for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg