Description
A quick and comforting pasta dish made with bowtie pasta, ground beef, and a creamy Parmesan garlic sauce. This hearty recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and full of savory flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook bowtie pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and heavy cream. Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Let sauce thicken slightly.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for Italian sausage for a spicier flavor.
- Add mushrooms, spinach, or steamed broccoli for extra veggies.
- Use half-and-half instead of cream for a lighter version.
- Penne, rotini, or spaghetti can substitute bowtie pasta.
- Reheat with a splash of milk or broth to revive the creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
