Description
When you’re craving something cheesy, savory, and soul-warming, this Creamy Velveeta Spaghetti with Italian Beef Marinara delivers every time. The dish blends the rich flavor of Italian-seasoned ground beef with the smooth melt of Velveeta, all tangled up in perfectly cooked spaghetti. Whether you’re in search of a quick weeknight dinner, easy recipe for guests, or just a comforting food idea that reheats beautifully—this one checks every box. It’s a brilliant twist on classic spaghetti that makes any meal feel like a cozy occasion.
Ingredients
450g spaghetti
500g ground Italian beef
200g Velveeta cheese, cubed
2 cups marinara sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook 1 more minute.
3. Add the ground Italian beef. Break it apart and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
4. Pour in the marinara sauce. Stir and simmer for 5–7 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
5. Add cubed Velveeta cheese to the skillet and stir until fully melted and creamy. Keep heat low while stirring.
6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss until evenly coated. Add pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
7. (Optional) Transfer to a baking dish, top with mozzarella, and broil for 2–3 minutes until bubbly and golden.
8. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or extra cheese if desired.
Notes
Use low heat when melting Velveeta to avoid clumping or burning.
Reserve a bit of pasta water before draining—great for adjusting sauce consistency later.
This recipe can be made ahead and reheated with a splash of milk or sauce to bring it back to life.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop / Broiler
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: creamy spaghetti, beef marinara, velveeta pasta, easy dinner recipe, comfort food, cheesy pasta