Description
Bow tie pasta lasagna is a delightful twist on the classic Italian favorite, combining the playful shape of bowtie noodles with layers of creamy cheese, hearty ground beef, and rich pasta sauce. This comforting dish not only satisfies your cravings but also brings warmth and joy to family gatherings or busy weeknights. With its easy preparation and delicious results, it promises to become a staple in your kitchen. Each forkful provides a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a meal everyone will love. Whether you are an experienced cook or a beginner, this recipe is simple enough to follow while still delivering impressive results.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 24 ounces pasta sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil the bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente (about 9-11 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned beef, cream cheese (cut into chunks), milk, and pasta sauce; mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in the cooked bowtie pasta until well coated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg