Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter
Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter is a heartwarming dish that combines the delightful flavors of seasoned ground beef, tender bowtie pasta, and a rich garlic butter sauce. Topped with gooey melted cheese, this recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying meal that delights both kids and adults alike. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or try different proteins like turkey or chicken for a delicious twist. With its creamy texture and robust flavor, this dish will surely become a staple in your weeknight dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some cooking water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook ground beef until browned. Add onion and garlic, then season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Whisk in flour, then gradually add milk to create a creamy sauce.
- Stir in cheeses until melted; mix in cooked pasta and beef. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg