Best 7 Four Cheese Bow Ties Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of cheesy goodness with our delectable Four Cheese Bow Ties. This tantalizing pasta dish is an explosion of flavor, featuring a creamy, rich sauce that harmoniously blends four distinct cheeses: cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, and cream cheese. Each bite is a delightful dance of textures, with tender bow-tie pasta cradling the velvety sauce and a sprinkling of fresh parsley adding a vibrant pop of color and herbaceousness. Dive into this cheesy extravaganza and experience a taste of pure bliss.

In addition to the Four Cheese Bow Ties, our article offers a delightful collection of other cheesy pasta recipes that will satisfy your cravings. Embark on a culinary journey with our Creamy Pesto Pasta, where tangy pesto sauce and a medley of vegetables create a vibrant and flavorful dish. Treat yourself to our One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, a hearty and comforting meal that combines the irresistible flavors of a cheeseburger with the convenience of a one-pot preparation. And for a taste of classic Italian cuisine, try our Baked Ziti with Sausage and Ricotta, a delectable casserole featuring layers of ziti pasta, savory sausage, creamy ricotta, and a blanket of melted mozzarella cheese.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY BOW TIE CHICKEN



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Here's a super-simple dish that tastes like it's straight from a nice Italian restaurant. Spinach-artichoke dip is usually available in supermarket delis. It comes frozen, too. Just make sure to thaw it according to the package directions before dinnertime. -Sally Sibthorpe, Shelby Township, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (8 ounces each) frozen spinach and artichoke cheese dip
3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
3 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
1 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1/3 cup pitted Greek olives, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Heat cheese dip according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Return to pan., Stir in chicken, cheese dip, peppers, olives, salt and pepper, adding enough reserved pasta water to reach a creamy consistency; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 795mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

ONE-POT CHICKEN BACON SPINACH PARMESAN PASTA



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The flavors of this pasta dish work together so nicely. And it couldn't get much easier since you cook everything together in one pot.

Provided by Andrea P.

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb bacon, cut into 1/2-inch thick pieces
1 lb chicken, cubed
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
3 cups whole milk
1 lb bow tie pasta
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, saute bacon over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to a medium bowl.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add chicken to the bacon fat and cook until center is no longer pink. Remove with a slotted spoon to the same bowl as the bacon.
  • Saute onion in bacon fat for 1 minute. Add garlic and saute for an additional minute.
  • Sprinkle in the flour, dried minced onion, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, parsley, basil, oregano and pepper. Cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • Stir in chicken broth, water and milk. Increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil. Add pasta. Cook for 9-11 minutes or until al dente, stirring every 1-2 minutes to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom.
  • Remove from heat and stir in spinach, breaking it up to spread throughout the pasta and sauce. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese until it's incorporated. Stir in the bacon and chicken.
  • Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese on top. Serve warm.

20 EASY BOW-TIE PASTAS THE FAMILY WILL DEVOUR



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These tasty bow-tie pasta recipes are perfect any night of the week! From Alfredo to Caprese to Parmesan, everyone will love these dishes.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 21

Creamy Bow Tie Pasta with Bacon
Garlic-Butter Spinach and Pasta
Bowtie Pasta with Sausage and Broccolini
One Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Bow Tie Pasta
Fresh Basil Cashew Pesto Pasta With Chicken
Bacon and Brussels Sprouts with Pasta
Lemon Herb Pasta Salad with Marinated Chickpeas
Pasta Chips
20-Minute Greek Pasta Salad
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
Quick Bow Tie Pasta with Chicken, Spinach, u0026amp; Tomatoes
Date Night Mushroom Pasta with Goat Cheese
One-Pot Caprese Pasta
Creamy Bowtie Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes
Farfalle with Spinach, Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions
Bowtie Chicken Alfredo
Smoked Salmon With Bow Tie Pasta
Chicken Bruschetta Pasta
Asian Bow Tie Pasta
One Pot Ham and Cheese Pasta
Best Bow-Tie Pasta Recipes That Will Knock You Off Your Feet

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a bow-tie pasta recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

FOUR-CHEESE BOW TIE BAKE



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This delicious casserole goes a long way when served as a side dish, but also makes a satisfying no-meat main dish. It can be frozen, so it's great to divide in half and freeze for a future quick meal.

Provided by shelbyrose

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta (uncooked)
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 1/3 cups grated romano cheese
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (or Gorgonzola)
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, drain tomatoes; RESERVING THE JUICE; set aside.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth.
  • Gradually add in milk and reserved juice.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for two minutes or until thickened and remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pasta, sauce and diced tomatoes.
  • Stir in the cheeses and parsley; toss gently to coat.
  • Transfer to a greased 13 x 9 baking dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

FOUR-CHEESE BOW TIES



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With its red tomatoes and green parsley, this dish always looks beautiful on a holiday buffet. My daughter-in-law shared the recipe from her family, and it's now a favorite with our family, too.-Mary Farney, Normal, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1-1/3 cups grated Romano cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, drain tomatoes, reserving 1-1/4 cups juice; set aside., In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk and reserved tomato juice. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat., Drain pasta; add the sauce and reserved tomatoes. Stir in cheeses and parsley. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish (dish will be full). Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 484mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

FOUR-CHEESE BAKED BOW TIES



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Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Appetizer     Bake     Blue Cheese     Mozzarella     Winter     Parsley     Fontina     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6 as an entrée

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
a 28- to 32-ounce can whole Italian tomatoes, drained, reserving 1 1/4 cups juice, and chopped fine
1 pound bow-tie pasta
1 1/2 cups coarsely grated mozzarella cheese (about 6 ounces)
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup diced Italian Fontina cheese (about 2 ounces)
1 1/3 cups freshly grated Romano cheese (about 4 ounces)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley leaves (preferably flat-leafed)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. and butter a 3-to 4-quart gratin dish or other shallow baking dish.
  • In a heavy saucepan melt butter over moderately low heat. Add flour and cook roux, whisking, 3 minutes. Add milk and reserved tomato juice in a stream, whisking, and bring to a boil, whisking. Stir in tomatoes and salt and pepper to taste and simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes.
  • In a kettle of salted boiling water cook pasta until just al dente, about 8 minutes, and drain well.
  • In a bowl stir together pasta, sauce, mozzarella, Gorgonzola, Fontina, 1 cup Romano, and parsley and transfer to prepared dish. Sprinkle pasta with remaining 1/3 cup Romano.
  • Bake bow ties in middle of oven 30 to 35 minutes, or until golden and bubbling, and let stand 10 minutes before servings.

HAM AND CHEESE BOWTIES



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This is like homemade macaroni and cheese but with the fun bow tie pasta and hearty ham. While this makes perfect use of leftover ham, there usually aren't any leftovers when I serve this! My family gobbles it right up.

Provided by STEPHNDON

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces farfalle (bow tie) pasta
¼ cup butter
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups milk
½ teaspoon prepared mustard
2 ½ cups shredded Colby cheese
4 ounces cooked ham, julienned
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Saute garlic 30 seconds. Whisk in flour, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until smooth. Pour in milk, a little at a time, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil for 1 minute. Stir in mustard and Colby. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted. Remove from heat and stir in pasta and ham.
  • Pour into a 2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until bubbly and golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 863.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Use fresh vegetables, herbs, and cheese, and choose a good quality pasta.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. Al dente means "to the tooth" in Italian, and it refers to the ideal texture for cooked pasta. The pasta should be tender but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the pasta, don't overcrowd the pan. This will cause the pasta to cook unevenly and become mushy.
  • Use a large skillet. When making the sauce, use a large skillet. This will give the sauce plenty of room to simmer and prevent it from becoming too thick.
  • Season the sauce to taste. Once the sauce is simmering, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. Taste the sauce as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Serve the pasta immediately. Once the pasta is cooked and the sauce is ready, serve the dish immediately. This will ensure that the pasta is hot and the sauce is flavorful.

Conclusion:

Four-cheese bow ties is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and tender pasta, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give four-cheese bow ties a try.

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