Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter, a delightful dish that blends savory ground beef, tender bowtie pasta, and a rich garlic butter sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With gooey melted cheese and the option to customize with your favorite veggies, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will satisfy both kids and adults alike. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this creamy pasta that promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Prepare the garlic butter sauce by melting butter in the skillet, adding minced garlic, whisking in flour, then gradually incorporating milk until thickened.
- Stir in cheeses until melted. Combine with cooked pasta and beef mixture; adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve topped with parsley and extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg