Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring savory ground beef, garlic, and Parmesan, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 teaspoons olive oil For sautéing
- 5–6 cloves garlic, minced Adjust to taste
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cups beef broth Low sodium recommended
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated for best flavor
- 3/4 cup half and half Can substitute with whole milk
- 3 tablespoons butter Unsalted
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for heat
Garnish
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients, measure out ground beef, chop the onion and garlic, and grate the Parmesan cheese.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and crumbled, about 5–7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from beef.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Cook for another minute.
- Add butter to the skillet. Once melted, pour in beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer for about 3–4 minutes.
- Boil water in a separate pot and cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Stir in half-and-half and Parmesan cheese into the skillet, mixing until the sauce is creamy.
- Season sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes according to taste. Stir for 2–3 minutes.
- Add the drained bowtie pasta to the skillet and toss until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To freeze, use a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or broth.