Garlic Butter Bowtie Pasta with Beef
A delightful dish combining rich flavors and comforting textures, featuring bowtie pasta, tender ground beef, and creamy garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
Pasta and Beef
- 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle) Cooked until al dente
- 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust to taste for spice levels
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Garnish and Seasoning
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese For a creamier texture, add a splash of heavy cream
- Salt to taste Salt Salt pasta water for better flavor
- Pepper to taste Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- Cook bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce and Beef
- In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Push beef to the side and add butter. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant.
Combining Ingredients
- Add pasta to the skillet and toss with beef and garlic butter.
- Stir in parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to a month and reheat gently with added water or broth.