Cheesy Garlic Butter Beef Bowtie Pasta
Ingredients1½ lbs ground beef12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta4 tbsp butter, divided1 small onion, diced7 cloves garlic, minced1 cup beef broth1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 tsp Italian seasoning½ tsp red pepper flakes1½ cups heavy cream4 oz cream cheese, softened1½ cups grated Parmesan1½ cups shredded mozzarella, divided1 cup shredded cheddarSalt and black pepper, to tasteChopped parsley, for garnishInstructionsCook the bowtie pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving a little pasta water.Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet. Cook the onion until soft, then stir in the garlic.Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.Pour in the beef broth and simmer for 2 minutes.Reduce the heat and stir in the remaining butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese until smooth.Mix in the Parmesan, cheddar, and 1 cup mozzarella until melted. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.Toss in the cooked pasta until well coated.Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella, cover until melted, then garnish with parsley, Parmesan, and black pepper.Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Servings: 4–6 | Calories: 880 per serving