Description
Indulge in Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta, a quick and comforting dinner that blends al dente bowtie pasta with savory ground beef, aromatic garlic, and a luscious Parmesan‑garlic cream sauce. This family‑friendly recipe delivers rich, velvety flavor in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights. Garnish with fresh parsley for color and serve with crusty bread or a simple salad for a complete, satisfying meal that will become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add bowtie pasta and cook until al dente, about 10‑12 minutes; reserve 1 cup pasta water, drain and set aside.
- While pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium‑high heat, add ground beef and brown, breaking it up, about 6‑8 minutes; season with salt and pepper and drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tbsp in pan.
- Reduce heat to medium, push beef to one side, add butter to empty side and melt; add minced garlic and sauté 30‑45 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir garlic into beef, pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 3‑4 minutes; lower heat and whisk in grated Parmesan until sauce is smooth; if too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time.
- Add cooked pasta to skillet, toss to coat evenly, cook 1‑2 minutes to let flavors meld; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately with extra grated Parmesan on the side.
Notes
- Serve immediately for best texture
- leftovers reheat with a splash of milk or pasta water. Nutrition is approximate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
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