Description
Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter is a heartwarming dish that combines the comforting flavors of seasoned ground beef, tender bowtie pasta, and a rich garlic butter sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, as it can be prepared in just 35 minutes, making it a go-to meal for families. Topped with gooey melted cheese, this dish promises to delight your taste buds with every bite. Whether you’re serving it for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta is sure to become an instant favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (2 for beef mixture and 2 for sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in onion and garlic; cook until softened.
- Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then whisk in flour. Gradually add milk while stirring to avoid lumps; simmer until thickened.
- Stir in cheeses until melted. Add cooked pasta and beef mixture; combine well. If necessary, loosen with reserved pasta water.
- Serve garnished with parsley and extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg