Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter, a dish that’s sure to delight your family on busy weeknights. This easy-to-make recipe features seasoned ground beef mingled with tender bowtie pasta, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. Topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, it’s a satisfying meal that promises warmth and flavor in every bite. Perfect for casual gatherings or family dinners, this dish is customizable to suit your taste with added vegetables or spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving some cooking water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil, brown the ground beef, then add onion and garlic until soft.
- Make the garlic butter sauce by melting butter and sautéing minced garlic; whisk in flour and milk until thickened.
- Stir in cheeses until melted, combine with cooked pasta and beef mixture.
- Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed; serve garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg