08/31/2026
🧄🧈 Garlic Butter Beef Bowtie Pasta with Creamy Cheddar Parmesan Sauce
Savory Ground Beef • Garlic Butter • Tender Bowtie Pasta • Creamy Sharp Cheddar Sauce
⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 25 minutes
⏳ Total Time: 35 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6
💛 Calories: ~550 kcal per serving
🛒 Ingredients
1½ lbs lean ground beef (85/15)
12 oz bowtie pasta
5 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1½ cups heavy cream
4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
1¼ cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar
👩🍳 How to Make It
🍝 Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
🧄 Sauté the Garlic & Onion
Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes, until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
🥩 Brown the Beef
Add the ground beef and break it apart as it cooks. Continue cooking until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
🌶️ Season Everything
Add the Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly and cook for another minute.
🥛 Make the Creamy Sauce
Lower the heat to medium-low. Pour in the heavy cream and add the cubed cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth.
🧀 Add the Cheddar
Gradually stir in the shredded sharp cheddar until melted and creamy.
🍝 Combine with Pasta
Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet. Toss gently until every piece is coated in the rich beef and cheddar cream sauce.
🧈 Finish with Butter
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and stir until melted. Serve hot with freshly chopped parsley or extra cheddar if desired.