Description
This creamy beef and bowtie pasta is a rich, comforting dish that combines perfectly cooked pasta with savory ground beef, a luscious creamy sauce, and melted cheeses. It’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it an ideal weeknight dinner for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Remove any excess fat.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the beef in the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, until the onion is softened and fragrant.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the beef broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in the heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, paprika, salt, and pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Combine the Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the creamy beef sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat everything through.
- Serve: Serve the creamy beef and bowtie pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute the bowtie pasta with any other pasta shape you prefer, such as penne or fusilli.
- For extra creaminess, you can add more heavy cream or a splash of milk.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added color and nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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