Description
Garlic Butter Bowtie Pasta with Ground Beef is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together the rich flavors of savory ground beef, aromatic garlic, and creamy Parmesan cheese. Perfect for family dinners or quick weeknight meals, this recipe is both simple and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil bowtie pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté diced onion for 2–3 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in beef broth, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet to coat with the beef mixture. Drizzle with additional olive oil if needed.
- Serve immediately topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg