Creamy Velveeta & Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta
A heartwarming dish combining creamy Velveeta and seasoned ground beef, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Cheese and Sauces
- 1 lb big block of smooth, creamy Velveeta cheese Provides luscious texture.
- 8 oz block of cream cheese Adds an extra layer of creaminess.
- 1 can creamy chicken soup Brings comforting warmth.
- 1 can Rotel Tomatoes with chilies Adds a zesty kick.
Meat
- 2.25 lbs seasoned ground beef Provides hearty protein.
Pasta
- 1 box bowtie noodles Perfect vessel for the dish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Drain the excess fat and transfer the beef into a spacious crockpot.
- Cut the Velveeta and cream cheese into chunks, adding them to the crockpot along with the creamy chicken soup and the can of Rotel tomatoes (do not drain).
- Stir all ingredients together and cover the crockpot.
Cooking
- Set the crockpot to low heat and let it simmer for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- About 20 minutes before serving, cook bowtie noodles according to package instructions.
- Drain the noodles and add them to the crockpot, gently mixing until well-coated.
Notes
To avoid common mistakes, do not overcook the noodles and stir the ingredients regularly in the crockpot.