Creamy Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta with Mozzarella and Parmesan
Say hello to the ultimate weeknight dinner: Creamy Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta with Mozzarella and Parmesan. This one-skillet wonder is packed with savory ground beef, tender farfalle pasta, and a velvety cheese sauce that hugs every bite. With gooey mozzarella, nutty parmesan, and rich cream, it’s the perfect comfort food for busy nights or lazy weekends. Quick to prepare, easy to clean up, and always satisfying—this is your new go-to for quick dinner ideas, easy recipes, and hearty food ideas that don’t skimp on flavor.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot for boiling pasta
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 226 g bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess grease.
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Pour in beef broth and simmer 5 minutes.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken.
- Add cooked pasta, mozzarella, and parmesan. Mix until melted and combined.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor and melt. For extra richness, stir in a spoonful of cream cheese or a dash of nutmeg.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 720mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 320mgIron: 4mg
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