Description

Looking for the ultimate comfort food that’s quick, creamy, and full of flavor? This Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce is exactly what your dinner rotation has been missing. Tender bowtie pasta pairs beautifully with savory ground beef, all enveloped in a rich and garlicky Alfredo sauce. Whether you’re in need of a quick dinner idea, an easy recipe for guests, or a weeknight pasta dish the whole family will devour, this one delivers. With just a handful of ingredients and under 30 minutes, you’ll have a dish that satisfies every creamy, cheesy craving. Perfect for easy dinners, comfort food nights, and hearty food ideas that don’t skimp on flavor.

Ingredients

12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 preferred)
2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp butter
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Reserved pasta water, as needed

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess grease and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in Alfredo sauce and let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese until fully melted. Season with more salt and pepper if needed.
Return the ground beef to the skillet. Add cooked pasta and toss everything together until evenly coated in sauce. Use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if necessary.
Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes