Creamy Beef Bowtie Pasta
Creamy Beef Bowtie Pasta is a delightful meal that combines tender pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich creamy sauce, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until onion is soft and garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add cream cheese and stir until fully melted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and beef broth. Stir to combine into a smooth sauce.
- Meanwhile, cook bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet. Mix well to coat in the sauce.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed. Serve warm.
Notes
Serve hot with a side of green salad or garlic bread. For added flavor, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g
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