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Cheesy Beef Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Butter delights all!

Comfort food at its finest! This Cheesy Beef Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Butter combines tender bowtie pasta, juicy ground beef, rich tomato sauce, melty cheese, and a savory garlic butter finish. It's an easy, family-friendly meal that's ready in no time!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces bowtie farfalle pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook Pasta:Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown the Beef:In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  3. Add Aromatics & Seasoning:Stir in onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Simmer with Tomatoes:Add diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Stir and let simmer for 5-7 minutes to combine flavors.
  5. Make the Garlic Butter:In a small pan, melt butter over low heat and stir in a bit of garlic (optional extra garlic boost). Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Combine Everything:Add the drained pasta to the beef mixture, pour in the garlic butter, and toss well to coat. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Serve:Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm!

Notes

  • Use ground turkey or sausage for a flavor twist.
  • Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
  • For a spicier kick, increase the red pepper flakes or add a splash of hot sauce.

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