Description
Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter is the ultimate comfort food that combines hearty flavors with a creamy texture. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish featuring tender bowtie pasta, seasoned ground beef, and a luscious garlic butter sauce, all smothered in gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick but also incredibly satisfying. With its rich taste and family-friendly appeal, it’s bound to become a go-to favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (2 for the beef mixture and 2 for the sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some cooking water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, cooking until browned. Stir in onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Melt butter in the same skillet, add minced garlic, then whisk in flour followed by milk to create a roux.
- Stir in cheeses until melted and smooth. Mix in cooked pasta and beef mixture; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg