Description
Hearty beef bowtie pasta delights home cooks with rich, comforting flavors from classic Italian cuisine. Creamy sauce and tender meat combine in a simple weeknight meal that satisfies hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 12 ounces (340 g) bowtie pasta
- 1 can (14.5 ounces/411 g) diced tomatoes
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook pasta until perfectly tender, approximately 8-9 minutes. Strain and reserve.
- In a spacious skillet, warm olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant, roughly 3-4 minutes.
- Introduce ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small crumbles. Cook thoroughly until deep brown and no pink remains, about 6-7 minutes. Carefully drain any accumulated fat.
- Pour crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and seasonings into the meat mixture. Allow to simmer gently, developing rich flavors for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and incorporate heavy cream and grated cheese. Stir continuously until sauce transforms into a velvety, uniform consistency, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Fold cooked pasta into the creamy sauce, ensuring each bowtie is lavishly coated. Continue heating for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors completely.
- Transfer to serving dishes and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately while piping hot for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Choose whole wheat bowtie pasta for added fiber and a nutty flavor, perfect for health-conscious eaters.
- Swap ground beef with lean ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, lower-fat alternative.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Opt for lactose-free cream and cheese to accommodate dairy-free dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg