Description
This Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish combining tender bowtie pasta with savory ground beef cooked in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is hearty and satisfying, garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
Beef and Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Garnish
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside to be added later.
- Heat olive oil: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat to prepare for browning the beef.
- Brown the beef: Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully browned and cooked through.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add heavy cream: Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to allow the flavors to meld.
- Melt parmesan cheese: Add 1 cup of grated parmesan cheese to the skillet and stir continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Season the sauce: Season the creamy beef sauce with salt and pepper to your taste, ensuring a well-balanced flavor.
- Toss pasta in sauce: Add the cooked bowtie pasta back into the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy parmesan garlic beef sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish the finished pasta with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk.
- You can add some sautéed mushrooms or spinach for added texture and nutrients.
- If parmesan is not available, Pecorino Romano cheese can be used as an alternative.
- Ensure not to overcook the garlic to avoid a bitter taste.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.
