Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Cheddar Sauce, a dish that brings together tender beef, al dente bowtie pasta, and a rich, creamy cheddar sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. The delightful blend of savory beef and cheesy goodness makes it a hit with kids and adults alike. Plus, with easy cleanup and versatile serving options, it’s sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
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 in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt, pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt garlic butter while scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in beef broth and simmer for 2 minutes before adding heavy cream.
- Mix in Velveeta cheese until melted; then add cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan until creamy.
- Fold in cooked pasta and seared beef until well combined.
- Serve hot with optional parsley garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg