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Million Dollar pasta

Creamy Million Dollar Pasta That Will Warm Your Heart

This Creamy Million Dollar Pasta is a comforting dish that will delight your family with its rich flavors and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Brown first to remove excess fat.
  • 12 ounces Bowtie Pasta Monitor cooking time if substituting.
For the Cream Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with mascarpone.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Replace with Greek yogurt for healthier option.
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese can also be used.
For Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Homemade mix can add personal touch.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
For the Sauce Base
  • 2 jars Marinara Sauce Use two jars for deeper flavor.
  • 1 cup Water Ensures even cooking of pasta.
For Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Can substitute with Monterey Jack.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and ricotta. Add Italian seasoning and garlic powder, blending until smooth.
  3. Spread half a jar of marinara sauce at the bottom of the slow cooker. Layer with half of the uncooked bowtie pasta.
  4. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the pasta and add half the water. Stir gently.
  5. Layer half of the cooked ground beef over the sauce and pasta, followed by dolloping the creamy mixture on top.
  6. Repeat layering with remaining bowtie pasta, marinara, and water, followed by the rest of the ground beef.
  7. Cover and cook on low for about 2.5 hours, checking pasta doneness.
  8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top and cook for an additional 20 minutes until cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Drain lean beef to avoid greasiness. Layer ingredients properly to ensure even cooking. Consider using fresh garlic for stronger flavor.

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