Description
This cheesy beef and bowtie pasta in garlic butter is a comforting, easy-to-make dish featuring seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Beef
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Drain excess grease and season the beef with salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning.
Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream, stirring well to combine.
- Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Combine Everything
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the cooked pasta.
- Add the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- If needed, add a little reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Different Protein: Use ground turkey, chicken, or sausage instead of beef.
- Vegetable Boost: Stir in spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
- Creamy Tomato Base: Add 1/2 cup of marinara sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: pasta , main dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Cheesy beef pasta, garlic butter pasta, bowtie pasta recipe, easy pasta dinner, ground beef pasta