Description
This Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce is the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and savory flavors. The rich Alfredo sauce coats every piece of tender pasta and hearty ground beef, creating a comforting dish that’s easy to make and full of indulgent flavors. A quick and satisfying meal for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, mixing until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce and beef mixture.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, stir in ½ cup of cream cheese or shredded mozzarella while the sauce is simmering.
- Swap ground beef for Italian sausage for a more robust flavor.
- Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra depth.
- If the sauce thickens too much, thin it out with a splash of milk or reserved pasta water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, beef alfredo, bowtie pasta, easy pasta recipe, one-pan dinner