Beef And Bowtie Pasta With Alfredo Sauce Recipe
Enjoy a deliciously creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce, featuring tender beef, perfectly cooked farfalle pasta, and a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce. This easy, comforting dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 1 lb beef sirloin or ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously. Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir until smooth.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Add mushrooms and spinach if using. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and mix well to coat with Alfredo sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use sirloin or ground beef for different textures.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for extra nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480mg