Description
This creamy beef and bowtie pasta recipe is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for a family dinner. Ground beef is simmered with onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, and a luscious creamy sauce seasoned with Italian herbs, then served over perfectly cooked bowtie pasta and topped with grated Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
Topping
- Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is nicely browned, breaking it apart with a spatula for even cooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion becomes soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Liquids and Season: Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices, beef broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to combine.
- Simmer the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Cook the Pasta: While the sauce simmers, cook the bowtie pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the package directions until al dente. Drain well.
- Serve: Plate the cooked bowtie pasta and spoon the creamy beef sauce over the top. Finish by sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese on each serving for a delicious finish.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- You can add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the sauce for extra nutrition.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of beef broth if the sauce thickens too much.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
