Description
Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that brings together tender ground beef and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta in a luscious cream sauce. This delightful dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of rich flavors and satisfying textures, ensuring it becomes a favorite at your dining table. With the option to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping out proteins, this recipe is versatile enough to suit any palate. Enjoy this delicious meal paired with a side salad or garlic bread for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces bowtie pasta
- 1 pound lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add one tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (approximately 7 minutes).
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, allowing the mixture to simmer on low heat until thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Toss in the drained pasta, stirring well to coat evenly with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg