Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta
Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that brings together rich flavors and a creamy texture in a delightful dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this hearty pasta meal features seasoned ground beef, fragrant garlic, and luscious Parmesan cheese. With easy preparation in just 35 minutes, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Serve it with fresh herbs or a side salad for an enjoyable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 teaspoons olive oil
- 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cups beef broth
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup half-and-half (or whole milk)
- Seasonings: Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.
- Add butter and beef broth; bring to a simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Stir in half-and-half and Parmesan cheese until creamy; season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce; mix well and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg