Beef and Bowtie Alfredo
A quick, easy, and delicious pasta dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. This creamy, cheesy, and savory meal is ready in under 30 minutes!
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Colander
- Large Skillet or Frying Pan
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 16 oz Alfredo sauce store-bought or homemade
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese grated, for garnish (optional)
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente (firm to the bite). Professional Tip: Don't overcook the pasta, as it will continue to cook slightly in the sauce.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Professional Tip: Drain off any excess grease for a healthier dish.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is softened and the garlic is fragrant. Professional Tip: Slow-cook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Stir in the Alfredo sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
- Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce and beef. Stir gently to combine, ensuring all the pasta is coated with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding red pepper flakes for spice, substituting pasta with zucchini noodles for a low-carb option, or adding sauteed vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms.
