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Garlic Butter Beef & Cheesy Bowtie Pasta

Garlic Butter Beef & Cheesy Bowtie Pasta

A one-pan wonder, this Garlic Butter Beef & Cheesy Bowtie Pasta is a hearty, satisfying, and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights. The dish features savory ground beef and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce with melted cheddar and Parmesan cheese. It’s a comforting and flavorful meal that comes together in about 30 minutes and is sure to be a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 works well)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. First, get your pasta water going. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to the package directions until it’s al dente—firm but with a slight chew. Drain it well and set it aside for later.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it's browned all over and no longer pink. Be sure to drain off any excess grease from the pan.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and add the butter to the skillet with the cooked beef. Let it melt completely, then stir in the minced garlic. Cook for about a minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant. This happens fast, so keep an eye on it to prevent it from burning!
  4. Pour in the beef broth, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes; this allows the sauce to thicken just slightly and the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  5. Now it’s time to bring it all together. Add the cooked and drained bowtie pasta to the skillet with the beef mixture. Toss everything gently to coat the pasta in that delicious garlic butter sauce. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top and stir until it’s completely melted, creating a creamy, dreamy sauce.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley over the top, give it one last stir, and serve it up hot. This Garlic Butter Beef & Cheesy Bowtie Pasta is best enjoyed right away!

Notes

Cook pasta just to al dente, as it will continue cooking in the sauce. For best flavor, get a good brown on the ground beef and drain off excess fat. For the smoothest cheese sauce, use freshly shredded cheese (not pre-shredded) and add it over low heat to prevent a grainy or oily texture.