Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta is the kind of meal that instantly fills your kitchen with a rich, comforting aroma the moment it starts to simmer.
When I made this Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta, the combination of sizzling seasoned beef, garlic, and that creamy tomato sauce created a smell that felt both cozy and indulgent. As the cheeses melted into the sauce, it turned silky and thick, coating every piece of bowtie pasta perfectly.
What I love most is how each Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta bite delivers a balance of creamy, cheesy richness with a subtle kick from the Rotel tomatoes.
Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta isthe kind of recipe that feels like a treat but is simple enough to make on a busy evening, and it quickly becomes a favorite once you try it.
Key Ingredients in Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta Recipe
-1½ lbs ground beef
-¾ tsp salt
-½ tsp black pepper
-1 tsp smoked paprika
-½ tsp garlic powder
-½ tsp onion powder
-3 cloves garlic, minced
-12 oz bowtie pasta
-1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
-1 tbsp tomato paste
-2 tbsp butter
-1 tbsp flour
-1½ cups heavy cream
-½ cup whole milk
-1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar
-1 cup shredded mozzarella
-½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
-¼ tsp white pepper
-Salt to taste
-Optional Cheese
-Extra shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan for topping
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Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta in Creamy Cheddar Sauce
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 6 servings
Description
heesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta is a rich, creamy pasta dish made with seasoned ground beef, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, bowtie pasta, and a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.
Ingredients
1½ lbs ground beef
¾ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 oz bowtie pasta
1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
1 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp flour
1½ cups heavy cream
½ cup whole milk
1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
¼ tsp white pepper
Salt to taste
Optional Cheese
Extra shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan for topping
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. In a deep skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until deeply browned with small crumbles and slightly crisp edges.
3. Season the beef with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute.
5. Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly to deepen the flavor.
6. Slowly pour in heavy cream and milk while stirring. Add the entire can of Rotel with juices. Let the mixture gently simmer until slightly thickened.
7. Lower heat. Add cheddar first and stir until melted. Add mozzarella and continue stirring until smooth and glossy. Finish with Parmesan and stir until thick and cohesive. Season with white pepper and adjust salt if needed.
8. Add cooked bowtie pasta and toss thoroughly so every fold is coated in the thick, creamy tomato cheese sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to keep it creamy but heavy.
9. Let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes so the sauce clings tightly to the pasta.
Serve directly from the skillet while hot and ultra-cheesy.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
If you enjoy rich pasta dishes like Cajun Garlic Beef Tortellini in Creamy Parmesan Sauce, Creamy Chicken Alfredo, or Creamy Steak and Cheese Pasta, this Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta recipe fits perfectly into that comforting category.
How to Make Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta Step-by-Step
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. In a deep skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until deeply browned with small crumbles and slightly crisp edges.
3. Season the beef with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute.
5. Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly to deepen the flavor.
6. Slowly pour in heavy cream and milk while stirring. Add the entire can of Rotel with juices. Let the mixture gently simmer until slightly thickened.
7. Lower heat. Add cheddar first and stir until melted. Add mozzarella and continue stirring until smooth and glossy. Finish with Parmesan and stir until thick and cohesive. Season with white pepper and adjust salt if needed.
8. Add cooked bowtie pasta and toss thoroughly so every fold is coated in the thick, creamy tomato cheese sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to keep it creamy but heavy.
9. Let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes so the sauce clings tightly to the pasta.
Serve Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta directly from the skillet while hot and ultra-cheesy.
Conclusion
This Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta is one of those recipes I keep coming back to because it delivers comfort and flavor in every bite.
From the creamy, cheesy sauce to the slight kick of tomatoes and perfectly coated pasta, Cheesy Rotel Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta is a dish that feels both satisfying and easy to love. Once you make it, it’s hard not to crave it again.
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