Description
This Garlic Butter Beef and Bowtie Pasta Skillet is a comforting and flavorful weeknight meal that comes together in one pan. Enjoy the rich combination of tender beef, aromatic garlic, and creamy pasta in just minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Lean Ground Beef (90-93% lean)
- 8 oz Bowtie Pasta (Farfalle)
- 4 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 2 cups Beef Broth
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Onion or 2 Shallots, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large, deep skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain any excess fat and set the cooked beef aside on a plate.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once melted, add the finely chopped onion (or shallots) and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Build the Sauce Base: Pour in the beef broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add Pasta and Cook: Stir in the uncooked bowtie pasta, ensuring it is mostly submerged in the liquid. If necessary, add more broth to cover the pasta. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Finish with Cream and Cheese: Once the pasta is cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the heavy cream and half of the Parmesan cheese, then fold in the cooked ground beef. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve Immediately: Spoon the Garlic Butter Beef and Bowtie Pasta Skillet into bowls and top with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Enjoy while hot!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Don't overcook the pasta; aim for al dente as it will continue to absorb liquid after cooking. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving, and consider adding fresh greens like spinach for extra nutrition.