Bow Tie Pasta Lasagna with Cream Cheese and Ground Beef Recipe
This Bow Tie Pasta Lasagna is a comforting and easy-to-make casserole that combines cooked bowtie pasta with creamy cream cheese, flavorful ground beef, rich pasta sauce, and gooey melted mozzarella cheese. Baked to perfection, it’s a delightful twist on traditional lasagna that comes together quickly for a satisfying weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
Dairy Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Meat
- 1/2 pound ground beef
Other
- 24 ounces pasta sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the pasta casserole later.
- Cook Pasta: In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil over the stove. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the water and return the pasta to the pot.
- Cook Ground Beef: While the pasta cooks, heat a medium skillet on medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook thoroughly, breaking it apart as it browns. Once done, carefully drain off the excess grease from the skillet.
- Prepare Creamy Beef Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked ground beef. Cut the cream cheese into chunks and add it to the bowl, then pour in the milk and the pasta sauce. Mix everything well until the cream cheese has fully combined with the beef and sauce, creating a creamy mixture.
- Combine Pasta and Mixture: Add the cooked bowtie pasta into the bowl with the beef and cream cheese mixture. Stir gently to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce and cheese mixture.
- Assemble Dish: Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the pasta mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the mozzarella cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Be sure to not overcook the pasta; it should be al dente as it will continue to cook slightly in the oven.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- If you want a richer dish, add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese along with the mozzarella before baking.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking before serving to allow it to set.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms to the beef mixture for added flavor and nutrition.
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