Description
Cheesy beef and bowtie pasta dance together in a garlic butter symphony, creating comfort on a plate. Simple ingredients blend seamlessly, promising a delightful meal that draws you into a world of hearty, satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef
Main Carbohydrate:
- 12 ounces (340g) bowtie pasta (farfalle)
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and reserve.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium temperature. Brown ground beef, breaking into crumbles. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic to beef. Sauté for 3 minutes until onions become translucent. Season with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Using the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until aromatic, approximately 1 minute.
- Sprinkle flour into melted butter, creating a golden roux. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to prevent burning.
- Slowly pour milk into the roux, whisking constantly to create a smooth, creamy sauce. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Reduce heat and incorporate mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese melts completely, creating a velvety sauce.
- Combine cooked pasta and seasoned beef with cheese sauce. Gently toss until every pasta piece is evenly coated.
- Transfer to serving dishes and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce overall fat content while maintaining rich flavor.
- Opt for whole wheat bowtie pasta for added fiber and nutritional value.
- Create a gluten-free version by using cornstarch instead of flour and gluten-free pasta.
- Balance the cheese sauce by adding a handful of spinach or mixed vegetables for extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 625 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg