Description
Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter is a comforting, indulgent dish that brings together tender pasta, savory beef, and creamy cheese for a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Gradually mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy (3-5 minutes).
- Toss in the cooked bowtie pasta, mixing thoroughly to coat with sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in remaining butter until melted. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg