Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Description
This creamy beef and bowtie pasta is a hearty, comforting dish that combines tender pasta with savory ground beef and a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s quick to prepare and sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 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
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta: Boil bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Make the Sauce: Stir in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Pour in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and paprika. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
Combine: Add cooked pasta to the beef and sauce. Stir until the pasta is coated in the creamy mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
For a lighter version, use lean ground beef or ground turkey. Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 640
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 44g
Saturated Fat: 21g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 90mg
Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This creamy beef and bowtie pasta is a hearty, comforting dish that combines tender pasta with savory ground beef and a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s quick to prepare and sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
-
1 lb ground beef
-
8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
-
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
-
Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta: Boil bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Make the Sauce: Stir in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Pour in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and paprika. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
Combine: Add cooked pasta to the beef and sauce. Stir until the pasta is coated in the creamy mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
For a lighter version, use lean ground beef or ground turkey. Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.