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Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta

A comforting one-pot meal that delivers creamy, cheesy goodness in every bite, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Red chili flakes (optional)
  • Italian seasoning (optional)
  • Peas, spinach, or mixed veggies (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
  2. Add the garlic and onion, cooking until softened.
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce and let simmer.
  4. Meanwhile, boil the bowtie pasta according to package instructions.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the beef sauce.
  6. Stir in cream cheese and parmesan cheese, mixing until melted and creamy.
  7. Season with salt and optional spices as desired.
  8. Serve warm, enjoy!

Notes

Salt pasta water like the ocean for best flavor. For a twist, use leftover rotisserie chicken instead of beef.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One-Pot Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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