Description
Garlic Butter Beef & Cheesy Bowtie Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This dish combines savory ground beef with a rich garlic butter sauce, enveloping bowtie pasta in gooey melted cheese. Each bite delivers satisfying flavors that will please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease and season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Reduce heat and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in beef broth and let the mixture simmer for about 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and stir until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground turkey for a leaner option. Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition and flavor. Experiment with different cheeses such as mozzarella for varied flavors.