Garlic Butter Bowtie Pasta with Ground Beef
Experience the comforting flavors of Garlic Butter Bowtie Pasta with Ground Beef, a delightful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This quick recipe features tender bowtie pasta enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, combined with savory ground beef and a hint of red pepper flakes for just the right amount of heat. In only 30 minutes, you can serve up a satisfying meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With its easy preparation and flavor-packed ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic; cook briefly until fragrant.
- Stir in ground beef; cook until browned, draining excess fat if necessary.
- Mix in beef broth, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper; simmer for a few minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with the meat mixture; toss well to coat.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg