Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce, where tender bowtie pasta meets savory ground beef, all enveloped in a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, offering a delightful blend of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. With easy preparation steps and simple ingredients, this meal is both satisfying and nostalgic—a true crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer before stirring in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with the Alfredo sauce, mixing well to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper, then serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg