Description
Indulge in the comfort of Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Cheddar Sauce, a creamy masterpiece that combines tender beef with delightful bowtie pasta. This dish is perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or cozy nights in. The rich cheddar sauce envelops each bite, creating a velvety texture that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy this savory delight that’s great for leftovers too! Customize it easily by swapping in chicken or turkey, making it a versatile addition to your weeknight meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin or chuck, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons garlic butter, or regular butter with 1 tsp minced garlic
- 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, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and add seasoned beef pieces. Sear until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- Reduce heat to medium and add garlic butter to the same skillet. Once melted, pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and reduce heat to low, adding Velveeta cheese until melted. Then incorporate cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan until smooth.
- Mix cooked bowtie pasta into the sauce, followed by gently folding in the seared beef.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg