Description
Succulent beef and bowtie pasta with alfredo sauce delights taste buds with creamy Italian-inspired comfort. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a satisfying meal cherished by home cooks who crave rich, homemade flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound beef sirloin or ground beef
Pasta:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) bowtie (farfalle) pasta
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Optional Vegetables:
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Boil bowtie pasta in salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Sear ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F, breaking into crumbles until completely browned and no pink remains, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Remove beef from skillet, leaving behind flavorful drippings.
- Reduce heat to medium and melt butter, adding minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until aromatic and golden.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, whisking continuously to prevent scorching. Gradually incorporate Parmesan cheese, creating a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Season Alfredo sauce with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes, stirring until well integrated.
- Reintroduce browned beef to the sauce, then fold in sliced mushrooms and fresh spinach leaves.
- Simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and vegetables to slightly wilt.
- Gently fold cooked bowtie pasta into the creamy beef mixture, ensuring each pasta piece is evenly coated.
- Transfer to serving plates, garnishing with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley for enhanced presentation and flavor.
Notes
- Customize pasta thickness by choosing different bowtie pasta sizes for varied texture and visual appeal.
- Opt for lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey for a lighter protein option.
- Reduce sauce richness by using half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a healthier alternative.
- Enhance dish nutrition by adding extra vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for more color and vitamins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 720 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 48 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg