Description
Hearty beef and bowtie pasta with alfredo sauce promises a comforting Italian-inspired dinner that blends rich protein with creamy sauce. Savory meat and tender pasta create a satisfying meal that will delight you at the first delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) beef (sirloin or ground beef)
Pasta and Starch:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) bowtie pasta
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare bowtie pasta by simmering in salted water until al dente, then thoroughly drain and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature, then introduce ground beef and brown completely, ensuring no pink remains. Transfer cooked meat to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, melt butter and introduce minced garlic, allowing aromatics to infuse and become fragrant without burning.
- Gradually incorporate heavy cream and whole milk, whisking consistently to create a smooth liquid base.
- Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese into the developing sauce, then season with salt, cracked black pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes for depth and complexity.
- Continue stirring sauce until it reaches a rich, velvety consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
- Reintroduce browned beef into the creamy mixture, then gently fold in drained pasta, ensuring every piece is lavishly covered with the luxurious Alfredo sauce.
- Transfer to serving dishes and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
Notes
- Cook bowtie pasta just until al dente to prevent mushiness and maintain a delightful texture.
- Pat beef dry before cooking to achieve a beautiful golden-brown crust and enhance flavor development.
- Gradually whisk Parmesan cheese to prevent clumping and create a silky, creamy Alfredo sauce.
- Swap regular pasta with whole wheat or gluten-free alternatives for a healthier or celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg