Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Cheesy Beef Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Butter, a family-friendly dish that combines tender bowtie pasta and savory ground beef in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce. This delightful recipe is quick to prepare, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With its cheesy topping and the option to customize with your favorite vegetables, this meal will surely please everyone around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add ground beef, cooking until browned and seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in cream cheese until fully combined.
- Add cooked pasta and browned beef to the skillet, mixing well to coat with sauce.
- Serve warm topped with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in steamed vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers. Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or gouda for varied flavors.