Description
A hearty and cheesy pasta dish packed with seasoned ground beef and tender bowtie pasta, all coated in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for a comforting family meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat, add heavy cream and cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Toss in cooked pasta, mix well, and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Use any cheese blend for added flavor.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g