Description
This Easy Crockpot Dinner Pot Beef and Bowtie Pasta is a cheesy, hearty dish featuring ground beef, Velveeta, cream cheese, and Rotel tomatoes, all mixed with tender bowtie pasta. It’s a perfect set-it-and-forget-it meal that’s full of comfort and flavor, ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 1 big block of Velveeta
- 1 (8oz) block of cream cheese
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes with chilies
- 2.25 pounds ground beef
- 1 box bowtie pasta
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Set your crockpot on high to start heating up.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat, then add the ground beef to the crockpot.
- Add Creamy Ingredients: Add the Velveeta, cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, and Rotel tomatoes into the crockpot with the beef. Stir well to combine.
- Cook in the Crockpot: Let the mixture cook on high for about 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure the cheese melts evenly.
- Boil the Noodles: In a separate pot, boil the bowtie noodles according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
- Combine Pasta with the Sauce: Once the pasta is cooked, add it to the crockpot mixture. Stir everything together, adding pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the creamy beef and bowtie pasta hot, and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors!
Notes
- If you want a bit of a spicy kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper or a can of green chilies.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 740
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1430mg
- Fat: 46g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg