Description
Comforting beef and bowtie pasta delivers rich, hearty flavors perfect for family dinners. Savory meat and tender noodles combine in a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 12 oz (340g) bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 ½ cups (150g) shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups (480ml) beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup (15g) chopped fresh parsley
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Pasta Preparation: Submerge bowtie pasta in rapidly boiling salted water until achieving al dente perfection, then drain and set aside.
- Meat Foundation: Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature. Sauté ground beef and onions until meat caramelizes and onions turn translucent, then introduce minced garlic, allowing its fragrance to infuse for one minute.
- Flavor Layering: Incorporate diced tomatoes with their natural juices and beef broth. Enhance with Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and cracked pepper. Simmer the mixture, allowing ingredients to meld into a robust sauce.
- Cream Transformation: Reduce heat to low, gently fold in heavy cream, stirring consistently. Gradually blend shredded cheese to create a silky, luxurious sauce that envelops the skillet’s surface.
- Final Fusion: Reunite pasta with the sumptuous beef mixture, ensuring each bowtie pasta is thoroughly coated with the creamy sauce. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and creamy consistency.
Notes
- Optimize Pasta Texture: Cook bowtie pasta just until al dente to prevent mushiness, ensuring a perfect bite that holds sauce beautifully without becoming soggy.
- Prevent Meat Overcooking: Brown ground beef quickly on high heat to lock in flavors and maintain moisture, avoiding dry or tough meat texture that can compromise dish quality.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Remove skillet from direct heat when adding cheese to prevent separation or graininess, stirring gently until smooth and completely integrated into the sauce.
- Dietary Adaptation Options: Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut cream for lighter versions, use ground turkey as a leaner protein alternative, or swap regular pasta with gluten-free or whole wheat options to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg