Cheesy Beef And Bowtie Pasta In Garlic Butter Recipe
This Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter is a rich and hearty dish featuring tender pasta, seasoned beef, and a luscious garlic butter sauce. With gooey melted cheese and bold flavors, this easy one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess grease.
- Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant.
- Stir in the beef broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg