Description
Cheesy beef and bowtie pasta in garlic butter delivers a mouthwatering Italian-inspired comfort meal packed with rich flavors. Perfectly seasoned ground beef and tender pasta blend seamlessly in a silky garlic butter sauce that pulls you into culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Pasta and Cheese:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) bowtie pasta
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Herbs, Seasonings, and Liquids:
- 3 tablespoons (45 grams) butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons (8 grams) fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook bowtie pasta until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes; drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles; drain any accumulated fat.
- Reduce heat to medium and introduce butter and minced garlic, stirring continuously until the garlic releases its aromatic qualities and becomes slightly golden.
- Create a flavor base by incorporating beef broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper; whisk to combine all elements seamlessly.
- Gently fold the cooked pasta into the skillet, ensuring each pasta piece is generously coated with the robust garlic butter sauce.
- Distribute mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly across the surface, allowing the residual heat to melt the cheeses into a creamy, luxurious layer.
- Finish the dish by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant color and herbaceous touch; serve immediately while warm and the cheese remains delightfully melted.
Notes
- Choose high-quality ground beef with less fat to reduce excess grease and enhance overall flavor.
- Toast garlic briefly to prevent burning and release its rich, nutty aroma without becoming bitter.
- Consider swapping ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based protein for a lighter, diet-friendly alternative.
- Grate fresh Parmesan cheese instead of using pre-packaged varieties for more authentic, robust taste and smoother melting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 625 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg