Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dish with our Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce. This hearty recipe combines tender ground beef, creamy Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta for a meal that’s sure to please the entire family. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying entrée that balances rich flavors and family-friendly appeal. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping out the meat for a lighter option. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this one-pot meal is guaranteed to impress your guests while keeping cleanup easy.
Ingredients
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente; reserve ½ cup of cooking water before draining.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; season with salt, black pepper, and onion powder.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the skillet; sauté until fragrant.
- Lower heat and stir in Alfredo sauce, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce mixture until well-coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra creaminess, add more heavy cream or Parmesan cheese as desired. Feel free to incorporate veggies like spinach or broccoli for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.