Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This creamy pasta is enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, with savory ground beef and melty cheeses creating a comforting meal that everyone will love. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up this one-pot wonder that promises to become a staple in your dinner rotation. Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices for added flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain, reserving half a cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if desired).
- Gradually stir in cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss in the cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg