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Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef Recipe

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4.7 from 59 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef is a flavorful and creamy pasta dish that combines tender bowtie pasta with a rich, cheesy Alfredo sauce kicked up with Cajun seasoning and hearty ground beef. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, the dish balances creamy textures with bold spices for an indulgent yet easy-to-make meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

  • 1 pound bowtie pasta

Meat

  • 1 pound ground beef

Sauce

  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Brown the ground beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked through. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add butter, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Prepare the sauce: Add the cream cheese to the skillet and stir continuously until melted and smooth. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes creamy.
  5. Add cheese and season: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning by adding more Cajun seasoning, salt, or pepper if desired.
  6. Combine beef and sauce: Return the browned ground beef to the skillet and mix it thoroughly into the creamy sauce to coat all the meat evenly.
  7. Toss with pasta: Add the drained bowtie pasta to the skillet. Gently fold and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce and the beef is evenly distributed. Warm through for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Serve: Plate the Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired for an added touch of flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add extra Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein alternative.
  • Fresh parsley adds a nice color contrast and freshness but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • This dish reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To make the sauce creamier, ensure the cream cheese is softened before melting into the pan.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cajun Alfredo, cream cheese pasta, ground beef pasta, bowtie pasta recipe, Cajun seasoning recipe, creamy pasta, easy dinner recipe

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