Savory Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Alfredo Sauce
Savory Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Alfredo Sauce is a delightful dish that blends the richness of a creamy Alfredo sauce with tender bowtie pasta and savory ground beef. This meal is not only quick to prepare, taking less than 30 minutes, but it’s also perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. The creamy texture and hearty flavors make it a comfort food favorite that everyone will love. Customize it with your choice of vegetables or different meats to suit your preferences, and enjoy the satisfaction of leftovers for lunch or dinner the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef for about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Combine Ingredients: Reduce heat to low, then add cooked pasta to the skillet with beef. Gradually mix in Parmesan, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, and reserved pasta water until creamy.
- Serve: Remove from heat, garnish as desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg