Description
This Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta recipe combines savory ground beef with a luscious cheese sauce and tender bowtie pasta for a quick and satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it offers a rich, comforting flavor with the ease of stovetop cooking in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Beef and Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- 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
Pasta
- 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, and paprika. Continue stirring until the cheeses fully melt and the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine: Add the cooked bowtie pasta into the skillet with the beef and creamy sauce. Stir everything together to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to your taste preferences.
- Serve: Transfer to serving plates and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, creamy pasta dish!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the paprika.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten free.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- If the sauce thickens too much when reheating, stir in a splash of milk or broth to loosen it.
