Description
Craving something creamy, comforting, and full of flavor? This Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce is your go-to! It’s an easy recipe that combines tender bowtie pasta, savory ground beef, and rich, velvety Alfredo sauce. Ideal for quick dinners, cozy food nights, or when you’re just out of dinner ideas and need something satisfying fast. Think creamy textures, hearty protein, and pasta that hugs all the goodness—this is the kind of meal you’ll come back to over and over again. Whether you’re into easy dinner ideas or on the lookout for new comfort food ideas, this one hits all the marks.
Ingredients
12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
1 lb ground beef
2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Freshly grated Parmesan (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente (10–12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned (6–8 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper.
- Lower the heat and stir in the Alfredo sauce. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated. Heat for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with Parmesan and parsley if desired.