Description
This Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta recipe is a comforting skillet dinner featuring tender ground beef, perfectly cooked bowtie pasta, and a luscious creamy sauce made with sour cream, heavy cream, and cheeses. Flavored with garlic, Italian seasoning, and a touch of tomato paste, this one-pan meal is both hearty and satisfying, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces bowtie (farfalle) pasta
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
Sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Brown the Beef and Onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and fully cooked and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease from the skillet if needed.
- Add Seasonings and Tomato Paste: Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to evenly coat the beef and develop the flavors.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream and sour cream. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly and becomes creamy.
- Combine Pasta with Sauce and Cheese: Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet and stir well to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy beef sauce. Mix in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses, stirring until they melt and blend into a smooth, cheesy sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the pasta if desired. Serve immediately while warm for a comforting and delicious meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or Italian sausage for the ground beef to vary the flavor.
- For additional vegetables, add fresh spinach or peas during the last few minutes of cooking the sauce.
