Description
A rich and creamy beef and bowtie pasta dish that combines savory ground beef with a flavorful tomato and cream sauce, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Seasonings
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta and Cheese
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion softens and becomes translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Tomatoes and Liquids: Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, and heavy cream. Mix in the Italian seasoning, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer Sauce: Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors and thicken slightly.
- Cook the Pasta: While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta well.
- Combine and Serve: Plate the cooked pasta and spoon the creamy beef sauce over the top. Finish with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes when adding Italian seasoning.
- Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To save time, prepare pasta and sauce simultaneously.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bowtie pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 630 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
