Description
Rich beef and bowtie pasta alfredo sauce brings comfort to weeknight dinners. Creamy cheese and tender meat create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 2 cups alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare bowtie pasta in salted water according to package directions, cooking until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, approximately 375°F. Introduce ground beef and sauté for 6-8 minutes, breaking into small crumbles.
- Incorporate garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the beef. Carefully drain any accumulated fat to ensure a lean mixture.
- Pour Alfredo sauce into the skillet with browned beef, stirring continuously until the sauce reaches a uniform temperature of 165°F.
- Gently fold cooked pasta into the beef and Alfredo sauce, ensuring each pasta piece is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Generously sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the dish, stirring until the cheese melts completely and creates a smooth, velvety texture.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added color and a hint of herbaceous flavor. Serve immediately while hot for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Choose high-quality bowtie pasta for better texture and appearance, ensuring it holds the creamy Alfredo sauce perfectly.
- Drain excess beef grease to prevent the dish from becoming overly greasy and maintain a balanced flavor profile.
- Warm Alfredo sauce gently to prevent separation and achieve a smooth, creamy coating on the pasta and beef.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a lighter or vegetarian version of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 639 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 630 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg