Description
Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce is the epitome of comfort food, blending tender ground beef, creamy Alfredo sauce, and bowtie pasta into a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pot wonder is not only quick to prepare but also packed with rich flavors that the whole family will love. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy night in or hosting a dinner party, this hearty meal is sure to impress. Add in the flexibility of swapping ingredients based on what you have on hand, and you’ve got a versatile recipe that can adapt to your pantry staples!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with salt, pepper, and onion powder. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning; sauté until fragrant.
- Lower heat and add Alfredo sauce, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet; toss gently to coat.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg