Description
Creamy beef and bowtie pasta is a comforting and delicious dish that combines savory ground beef, rich heavy cream, and delightful bowtie pasta for a meal that feels special any night of the week. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied. Customize it with vegetables or spices to match your family’s preferences!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in heavy cream and beef broth; let simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet along with reserved pasta water as needed; toss to coat in sauce.
- Fold in spinach until wilted, then sprinkle generously with parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 724mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg