Description
Creamy parmesan garlic beef bowtie pasta brings comfort and Italian-inspired richness to dinner tables. Pasta lovers will savor each forkful of this hearty, cheesy dish that combines tender beef, perfectly cooked noodles, and a luxurious garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 cup (100 grams) Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Pasta and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 3/4 cup (177 milliliters) half and half (or whole milk)
- 3 tablespoons (42 grams) butter
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Additional Liquid:
- 3 cups (710 milliliters) beef broth
- 3 teaspoons (15 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Sear ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes, breaking into crumbles until completely browned. Drain excess fat, reserving approximately 1 tablespoon.
- Lower heat to medium, introduce finely chopped onions and cook for 2 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Incorporate Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to distribute seasonings evenly throughout the meat mixture.
- Pour beef broth into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Add dry bowtie pasta, ensuring complete liquid coverage. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring periodically to prevent sticking.
- Once pasta reaches al dente and liquid reduces, lower heat. Melt butter into the mixture, then introduce half and half. Gradually fold in grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. If sauce appears too thick, thin with extra half and half or beef broth to achieve desired consistency.
- Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately, offering extra Parmesan cheese as an optional topping.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for spice-sensitive diners or those craving extra kick.
- Choose lean ground beef or ground turkey for healthier protein alternative without compromising flavor profile.
- Use gluten-free bowtie pasta to transform recipe into celiac-friendly meal while maintaining creamy texture.
- Quickly enhance leftovers by adding fresh vegetables like spinach or roasted bell peppers for increased nutrition and variety.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg