Creamy Pasta Recipes with Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta
When I think comfort food, my mind wanders straight to creamy pasta recipes that warm the belly and feel like a hug from the inside out. This dish is one of those meals that always hits the spot. The parmesan garlic sauce recipe gives the pasta this velvety richness that clings to every bowtie, while the savory beef adds heartiness you didn’t know you needed on a Wednesday night.
I’ve tested plenty of garlic pasta recipes over the years, but this one? It’s the keeper. The garlic parmesan sauce recipe balances sharp cheese with mellow garlic so you don’t feel overwhelmed by either flavor. Plus, it reminds me of the chicken garlic parmesan recipe my mom used to throw together when guests popped by. She believed food recipes pasta were the answer to everything from rainy afternoons to awkward silences, and honestly, she was right.
Parmesan noodles recipe variations come and go, but this one sticks around because it’s creamy, cheesy, and easy enough that even when I’m tired, I can pull it together without fuss. You’ll twirl your fork through these ribbons of pasta, get that perfect mix of sauce and beef, and think, 'Yep, this is dinner done right.'
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth, creating a creamy sauce.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until well coated. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Serve warm, topped with fresh parsley if desired.