Beef and Bowtie Pasta: Easy Alfredo Sauce with a Twist
A delicious recipe combining tender beef, bowtie pasta, and a creamy Alfredo sauce for a tasty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the Alfredo sauce and serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider sautéing some onions with the garlic.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Beef and Bowtie Pasta, Alfredo Sauce, Easy Recipe