Garlic Parmesan Bowtie Pasta with Creamy Beef
Garlic Parmesan Bowtie Pasta with Creamy Beef is a delightful dish that combines tender bowtie pasta with savory ground beef in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. This comforting meal is not only quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, but it also delivers on flavor, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. With its cheesy goodness and familiar flavors, this recipe appeals to both kids and adults alike. Serve it warm, topped with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes with chilies, undrained
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot with salt, add bowtie pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess grease.
- Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in Rotel tomatoes and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Mix in butter, heavy cream, and beef broth; let simmer until thickened.
- Lower heat and stir in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses until melted.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to coat in sauce.
- Serve garnished with parsley and optional red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg