Description
This Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta is a rich, comforting dish perfect for any night of the week. Featuring tender bowtie pasta enveloped in a luscious sauce made with ground beef, aromatic spices, and a blend of creamy cheeses, this recipe delivers hearty flavors and satisfying textures. It’s simple to prepare on the stovetop, making it an ideal dinner option for busy evenings or family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces bowtie (farfalle) pasta
Beef Mixture
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
Creamy Sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Sauté onions and garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Brown the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until it is fully browned and cooked through. Use a spoon to break up the meat evenly while cooking. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
- Season the beef mixture: Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Cook the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Add beef broth and simmer: Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Create the creamy sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and sour cream until the sauce is smooth and well combined. Let it simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet and gently stir to coat the pasta with the creamy beef sauce evenly.
- Add cheeses: Mix in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses until melted and the sauce becomes creamy and rich.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top as garnish and serve the dish warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or Italian sausage for the ground beef to vary flavors.
- Add fresh spinach or mushrooms when sautéing the onions for extra vegetables and nutrients.
- This dish reheats well, making it perfect for leftovers or meal prepping for busy weeknights.
