Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Garlic Butter Bowtie Pasta with Ground Beef. This delightful dish features tender bowtie pasta enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfectly complemented by savory ground beef. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough to serve at gatherings. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices for a personal touch—this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 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, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Increase heat slightly, add ground beef, and cook until browned (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- Lower heat to medium, add drained pasta, and toss well with the beef and remaining butter.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper; mix until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg