Creamy Velveeta Beef Penne (Print-Friendly Version)

Tender beef, rich mushroom sauce, penne, and Velveeta unite for a cozy, creamy main dish ready in just 30 minutes.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Pasta

01 - 340g penne pasta

→ Beef

02 - 450g ground beef or thinly sliced beef strips

→ Aromatics

03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 cup sliced mushrooms

→ Sauce & Seasoning

06 - 375ml beef broth
07 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
08 - 1 teaspoon paprika
09 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
10 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Dairy & Cheese

11 - 115g Velveeta cheese, cubed
12 - 120ml sour cream

→ Oil

13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (if using beef strips)

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# How to Prepare:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 120ml pasta water, drain, and set aside.
02 - For ground beef: Brown the beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart until cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed. For beef strips: Heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the strips for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet on medium heat, sauté chopped onion for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for 3–4 minutes until fragrant and tender.
04 - Sprinkle flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in beef broth to avoid lumps. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and paprika. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
05 - Lower the heat and add cubed Velveeta cheese. Stir until fully melted, then blend in sour cream until the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
06 - Return cooked beef to the skillet, add drained penne pasta, and combine thoroughly. Use some reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency as preferred.
07 - Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Greek yogurt can replace sour cream for a lighter option.
02 - For added vegetables, stir in fresh spinach or peas during the final mixing stage.
03 - Velveeta delivers a silky smooth sauce, though shredded cheddar can be used if necessary.

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