Creamy Beef Bowtie Pasta Meal Prep Bowls
These Creamy Beef Bowtie Pasta Bowls are a simple meal prep recipe that combines tender bowtie pasta, seasoned ground beef, marinara sauce, and plenty of cheese. They're easy to make ahead, budget-friendly, and perfect for grab-and-go lunches or quick weeknight dinners.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 749kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Cook bowtie pasta according to package directions. Drain.
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet and drain excess grease.
- Stir in marinara sauce, cream cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and ½ cup mozzarella cheese. Stir to combine.
- Divide among 4 meal prep containers.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.Optional Add-Ins: For extra flavor, cook ½ cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic with the ground beef before adding the sauce. You can also stir in spinach, diced bell peppers, or zucchini for added vegetables.
Notes
- Reheat in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
- Add steamed broccoli, green beans, or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Store in airtight meal prep containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Meal Prep Tip: If the pasta seems dry after refrigeration, stir in a little marinara sauce or water before reheating.
Equipment
- Measuring cups
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 749 kcal | Carbohydrates: 77 g | Protein: 49 g | Fat: 27 g | Saturated Fat: 14 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8 g | Trans Fat: 0.4 g | Cholesterol: 132 mg | Sodium: 1370 mg | Potassium: 1175 mg | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 10 g | Vitamin A: 1422 IU | Vitamin C: 12 mg | Calcium: 338 mg | Iron: 6 mg
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