Description
A comforting dish of bowtie pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce and seasoned ground beef, perfect for cozy evenings or busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 ounces bowtie pasta
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, then add the bowtie pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Brown the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Season the beef: Stir in garlic powder and onion powder.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and add the shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir constantly until the cheese melts into the cream.
- Combine it all: Gently fold in the cooked bowtie pasta, ensuring every piece is coated.
- Serve warm: Dish it out immediately, garnished with extra cheese or chopped parsley.
Notes
For best results, serve immediately. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Pasta, Beef Pasta, Comfort Food, Bowtie Pasta, Cheese Pasta