Creamy Beef Bowtie Pasta (Printable Version)
Tender bowtie pasta combined with beef in a rich, creamy tomato sauce for a quick, hearty meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 -
340 grams bowtie pasta (farfalle)
→ Meat
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450 grams ground beef (lean or regular)
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
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1 medium onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Liquids
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400 grams canned diced tomatoes
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240 milliliters beef broth
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180 milliliters heavy cream
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15 milliliters olive oil
→ Seasonings and Cheese
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5 grams paprika
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60 grams sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
# Steps:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook until al dente, about 1 minute less than package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
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Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Pour in diced tomatoes, beef broth, and sprinkle paprika. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
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Reduce heat to low, then stir in heavy cream and grated cheddar. Heat gently until cheese melts and sauce is smooth, about 3 minutes.
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Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with sauce. Cook together for 2 minutes to allow flavors to integrate.
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Transfer to serving bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately. Optionally accompany with crusty garlic bread.
# Notes:
01 -
Grate cheese fresh instead of using pre-shredded for better melting. Adjust sauce consistency with additional broth if needed. A pinch of sugar balances acidity in the sauce.