Description
Cheesy Beef and Bowtie Pasta in Garlic Butter is a deliciously comforting dish that combines tender bowtie pasta with seasoned ground beef, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. Topped with gooey melted cheese, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can create a satisfying dinner that pleases both kids and adults alike. The versatility of this recipe allows for endless variations—add your favorite vegetables or spices to customize it to your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Stir in onion and garlic; cook until softened.
- Remove beef mixture from the skillet. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté remaining garlic for 1 minute. Whisk in flour to form a roux.
- Gradually add milk while whisking to avoid lumps; simmer until thickened.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted. Add cooked pasta and beef; toss well, using reserved pasta water if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg