Description
Comfort meets elegance in this creamy beef and bowtie pasta, where tender pasta intertwines with rich, seasoned ground beef. Hearty flavors and velvety sauce will make you crave seconds, promising a delightful meal that satisfies both hunger and culinary desires.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 12 oz (340g) bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 1/2 cups (150g) shredded cheddar cheese or mozzarella
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
Secondary Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480ml) beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup (15g) chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot of salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook bowtie pasta until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature. Add ground beef and crumble thoroughly while cooking until deep brown and no pink remains.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions and minced garlic into the browned meat. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, releasing aromatic flavors and softening vegetables.
- Pour diced tomatoes with their liquid, beef broth, and seasonings into the skillet. Stir components together and allow mixture to gently simmer for 5 minutes, developing rich flavor profiles.
- Reduce cooking temperature to low. Stream heavy cream into the skillet, creating a luxurious sauce. Fold cooked pasta into the creamy mixture, ensuring complete coating.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese gradually, stirring continuously until cheese melts completely and sauce transforms into a smooth, velvety consistency. Continue heating for additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for vibrant color and added freshness. Serve immediately while sauce remains warm and inviting.
Notes
- Choose whole wheat bowtie pasta for a healthier, fiber-rich alternative that maintains the same delicious flavor profile.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles to create a lighter, lower-fat version of the dish.
- Let the sauce simmer gently to develop deeper, more complex flavors and prevent cream from separating during cooking.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda to add unique depth and richness to the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 510 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg