This creamy beef and bowtie pasta with Alfredo sauce is pure comfort food. Tender beef, farfalle pasta, and a rich, cheesy sauce — perfect for busy nights.
Author:Emily Parker
Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:30 mins
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Scale
450g ground beef
340g bowtie pasta (farfalle)
2 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook bowtie pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, drain pasta, and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Push beef to one side, add butter and garlic to the other side. Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Pour in heavy cream, stir in Parmesan, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
5. Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat with sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed for desired creaminess. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Swap heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
Add corn or spinach for extra flavor and texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.