Description
Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta is a comforting, flavorful dish featuring tender beef and bowtie pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil, add bowtie pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 3. Brown the Beef: Add ground beef and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- 4. Create the Sauce: Stir in heavy cream and beef broth. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Combine: Fold in cooked pasta and mix well to coat with the sauce. Optional: Add spinach until wilted.
- 6. Serve: Garnish with grated Parmesan and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini. For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat with a splash of milk.