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Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta

Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta
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If you’re seeking a warm, satisfying meal for a busy night, Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta is the perfect choice. This dish features tender bowtie pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce made with savory ground beef, aromatic garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. It’s not only quick to prepare—taking less than 30 minutes—but also family-friendly and versatile enough to customize with your favorite vegetables or alternative proteins. Each bite is a delightful fusion of flavors that promises to bring smiles around the dinner table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 teaspoons olive oil
  • 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 8 oz bowtie pasta
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup half and half (or whole milk)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1–2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  2. Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until the onion is translucent.
  3. Mix in Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika; simmer for another minute.
  4. Add butter and beef broth; let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain but reserve some pasta water.
  6. Stir in half and half and Parmesan cheese into the skillet until smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  7. Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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