Description
A hearty pasta dish featuring tender beef, bowtie pasta, and a creamy Alfredo sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Pour in the Alfredo sauce and mix well with the beef and broccoli. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.
Notes
For a healthier twist, use whole wheat pasta or add more vegetables like spinach. This dish pairs well with garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 30g