Description
A rich and creamy beef and bowtie pasta recipe featuring tender ground beef, velvety sauce, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick, comforting meal in under 30 minutes
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- Build the Sauce: Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer.
- Make it Creamy: Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Combine Everything: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Use ground turkey, chicken, or sausage instead of beef.
- Veggie Boost: Add spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Cheese Options: Try using cheddar, mozzarella, or gouda for a different flavor profile.
- Spicy Twist: Increase the red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.
- Lighter Version: Replace heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: creamy beef pasta, bowtie pasta recipe, easy pasta dinner, ground beef pasta, comfort food recipe