Description
This Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta is a rich and comforting dish featuring tender ground beef sautéed with garlic and onions, simmered in a flavorful broth, and finished with a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, it’s a delightful fusion of savory and creamy flavors with a hint of spice and freshness from parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 lb ground beef
- 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Fats and Dairy
- 3 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup half and half (or whole milk)
Liquid and Pasta
- 3 cups beef broth
- 8 oz Bowtie Pasta
Garnish
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess fat if necessary to prevent greasiness.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent, and the garlic releases its fragrance, enhancing the flavor base.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Let the mixture cook for another minute to allow the spices to blend thoroughly with the beef and onions.
- Prepare Sauce Base: Add butter to the skillet and allow it to melt completely. Then pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes to slightly reduce and concentrate the flavors.
- Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, cook the bowtie pasta in a separate pot according to package instructions. Drain once cooked and set aside.
- Create Creamy Sauce: Once the broth has reduced, stir in the half and half (or whole milk) and add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce becomes creamy, smooth, and the cheese has fully melted.
- Season the Sauce: Add salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the sauce. Stir to combine and let the flavors meld together for another 2-3 minutes on low heat.
- Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the cooked bowtie pasta into the skillet. Toss and stir continuously to coat each piece of pasta evenly with the creamy Parmesan sauce.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the creamy Parmesan garlic beef bowtie pasta hot. Garnish with fresh parsley to add a pop of color and fresh herbaceous aroma.
Notes
- You can substitute half and half with whole milk for a lighter sauce, but the creaminess will be slightly reduced.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference or omit for a milder dish.
- If you prefer, use fresh egg pasta for a more tender texture.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best flavor and to ensure it melts smoothly.
- Drain excess beef fat after browning to keep the dish from becoming greasy.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine before adding the beef broth.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to avoid curdling the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
Keywords: parmesan beef pasta, creamy beef pasta, garlic beef bowtie pasta, easy dinner recipe, one skillet pasta, creamy Italian pasta
