Ingredients
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add ground beef and cook until browned (approximately 5 minutes).
- Reduce heat, pour in heavy cream, and let simmer gently for 3 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked bowtie pasta into the creamy sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in spinach or broccoli. - Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. - Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lower-fat version.