Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce. This creamy dish features tender ground beef enveloped in a luscious Alfredo sauce, paired harmoniously with perfectly cooked bowtie pasta. It’s not only an easy recipe that can be prepared in just 30 minutes but also versatile enough for any occasion—be it a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering with friends. The rich flavors and satisfying texture make this dish a guaranteed hit at your dining table, leaving everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente; reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; season with salt, black pepper, and onion powder.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the beef; sauté until fragrant.
- Lower the heat, then stir in the Alfredo sauce, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine the drained pasta with the creamy sauce, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg