Description
A comforting and flavorful garlic butter bowtie pasta tossed with seasoned ground beef, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley. This quick and satisfying stovetop meal is perfect for busy weeknights and reheats beautifully for leftovers.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 preferred)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Mix in the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour in the beef broth and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to combine the flavors.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top and serve warm.
Notes
- Add sautéed mushrooms or fresh spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a creamier version, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream with the beef broth.
- Shredded mozzarella can be added for extra cheesiness.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for a lighter option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months and thaw overnight before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
