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Ultimate Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter – Ready in 30 Minutes!

Ultimate Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter Bliss

Ultimate Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter is a creamy, satisfying comfort food ready in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 640
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Bowtie Pasta Can swap for penne or rotini.
For the Beef
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can replace with ground turkey or chicken.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter Key ingredient for garlic butter sauce.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, always opt for fresh.
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Adjust to your taste.
  • ½ tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
  • ½ tsp Salt Enhances flavors.
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper Offers subtle spiciness.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Chicken or vegetable broth works too.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a rich sauce.
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Shred your own for better melting.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds a nutty flavor.
For Garnish
  • Fresh Parsley For freshness and color.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown the Beef: In a skillet, heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook for 6-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess grease.
  3. Make Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce heat to medium, add butter, and melt. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until garlic is golden.
  4. Simmer Sauce: Add beef broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Combine Cheese and Pasta: Lower heat and add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted. Fold in the cooked pasta to coat well.
  6. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 640kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 32gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Shred cheese yourself for better melting. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

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