Description
Garlic Butter Bowtie Pasta with Ground Beef is a delightful dish that brings together tender farfalle pasta and savory ground beef in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish. The blend of aromatic garlic, fresh parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese adds layers of flavor that will make it a family favorite. This one-pan wonder means less cleanup, making mealtime even more enjoyable. Whether you keep it simple or customize it with your favorite vegetables, this hearty meal is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the farfalle pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in beef broth and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and black pepper, simmering for 3-4 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the beef mixture until well coated. Drizzle with more olive oil if desired.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg