Garlic Butter Bowtie Pasta Beef (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Tender bowtie pasta with beef, garlic, and buttery sauce finished with Parmesan and parsley for a quick, hearty meal.
# Ingredients List:
→ Pasta
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12 ounces bowtie (farfalle) pasta
→ Meat
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1 pound ground beef
→ Aromatics and Seasoning
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 small onion, finely diced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 cup beef broth
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Topping
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# How to Make It:
01 -
Boil bowtie pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add finely diced onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add ground beef to the skillet. Break the meat apart with a spatula and cook until evenly browned, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Pour in beef broth and add red pepper flakes if using, along with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.
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Return the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta thoroughly in the beef and garlic butter mixture. Add a drizzle of olive oil if extra gloss is desired.
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Transfer pasta to plates, sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Garnish with additional black pepper if desired.
# Extra Information:
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For optimal flavor, allow the pasta to be just al dente before tossing with the sauce to prevent overcooking.