Description
Indulge in a comforting and flavorful dish with this Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta recipe. Tender farfalle pasta coated in a rich and creamy sauce with savory ground beef, melted cheese, and aromatic Italian seasonings.
Ingredients
Pasta:
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
Beef Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Beef Mixture: In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Stir in beef broth and simmer. Add heavy cream, then mix in cooked pasta, mozzarella, and Parmesan until creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- For added veggies, consider stirring in spinach or peas before serving.