Velveeta Beef Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 big block of Velveeta cheese, cubed.
02 - 1 (8 oz) block of cream cheese, softened.
03 - 1 can cream of chicken soup.
04 - 1 can Rotel tomatoes with chilies, undrained.
05 - 2.25 pounds ground beef.
06 - 1 box bowtie noodles (farfalle).
07 - Optional: 1 cup pasta water (reserved to thin the sauce).

# Instructions:

01 - Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot.
02 - Add bowtie noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
03 - Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set the noodles aside.
04 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned and fully cooked.
05 - Break up the beef into small pieces as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
06 - Add cubed Velveeta cheese, softened cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, and undrained Rotel tomatoes to the skillet with the beef.
07 - Stir over medium heat until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
08 - Add the cooked bowtie noodles to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
09 - If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until it reaches your preferred consistency.
10 - Serve the dish warm.

# Notes:

01 - A hearty, creamy, and cheesy pasta dish that’s perfect for family meals.
02 - Reserve pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency to your liking.

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