Description
Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter is a rich, comforting dish that combines tender bowtie pasta, savory ground beef, and a luscious garlic butter sauce, all smothered in melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked pasta and beef back to the skillet. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
- Mix in sautéed vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: cheesy beef pasta, bowtie pasta recipe, garlic butter pasta, easy dinner recipe, comfort food pasta