Description
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender bowtie pasta tossed with savory garlic butter ground beef and melted cheddar cheese, finished with Parmesan and fresh parsley for a cheesy, hearty meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
Beef and Seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease. Season the beef with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and add butter to the skillet with the beef. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the beef broth, stirring well. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Combine Pasta and Cheese: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and stir until melted and creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
- Drain excess grease from the ground beef to reduce fat content.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes during the garlic butter sauce step.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best taste and texture.
- Garnish with fresh parsley just before serving to preserve its color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: garlic butter beef pasta, cheesy bowtie pasta, ground beef pasta recipe, quick dinner, creamy pasta skillet
