Description
Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta is a delightful, comfort food-inspired dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. This one-pot wonder combines tender ground beef, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta (farfalle) for a satisfying and flavorful meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounce bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the diced onion until the beef is browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease, if needed.
2. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
3. Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream. Add the uncooked bowtie pasta and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it’s melted and the sauce is creamy.
6. Garnish the Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta with fresh parsley and serve hot, straight from the skillet. Enjoy this comforting, one-pot wonder!
Notes
Use lean ground beef to avoid excess grease in the finished dish.
Don’t overcook the pasta – keep an eye on it during the simmering step to avoid mushy noodles.
Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding more broth or cream if it becomes too thick.
Customize the flavors by experimenting with different herbs, spices, or cheeses.
Serve with a fresh, green salad or garlic bread for a complete, balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg