Description
Get ready to indulge in a comforting and flavor-packed pasta dish with our Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta. This irresistible recipe combines tender ground beef, a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta for a meal that will have your taste buds dancing with delight.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 teaspoons olive oil
- 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups beef broth
- 8 oz Bowtie Pasta
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup half and half (or whole milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it’s beautifully browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Once the beef is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and set it aside.
2. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion, and sauté them until they become fragrant and translucent.
3. To the aromatic garlic and onion mixture, stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.
4. Pour in the beef broth and bring it to a boil. Add the uncooked bowtie pasta and let it simmer, uncovered, until the pasta is tender, about 12-15 minutes.
5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cooked ground beef, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and half and half. Mix everything together until the cheese has melted and the sauce has become wonderfully creamy.
6. Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavors. If you want to add a little kick, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes.
7. To finish off this Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta, sprinkle some freshly chopped parsley over the top for a pop of color and freshness. Serve the pasta hot and watch as your family or guests dive in for a truly comforting and satisfying meal.
Notes
While bowtie pasta (farfalle) is the star of this recipe, you can certainly use other types of pasta like penne, fusilli, or even elbow macaroni if that’s what you have on hand.
If you prefer a thicker, creamier sauce, feel free to add a bit more half and half or swap it out for heavy cream. For a tangier flavor, increase the amount of Parmesan cheese. Don’t be afraid to play around with the seasonings to suit your personal taste preferences.
Leftover Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to enjoy it again, simply reheat it on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of milk or cream if the sauce has thickened too much.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 80