Description
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly satisfying, Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce is the ultimate comfort food for both busy weeknights and cozy weekends. Tender beef pairs with fun-shaped pasta, all coated in a rich Alfredo sauce made from cream, Parmesan, and a hint of garlic. This easy recipe is perfect for family dinners, dinner ideas for guests, or quick meals that still feel indulgent. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner, a hearty lunch, or even a comfort-food option for your next gathering, this easy recipe delivers both flavor and smiles.
Ingredients
12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
1 lb beef sirloin or stew meat, cut into bite-sized cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp salt, plus more for pasta water
0.5 tsp black pepper (freshly ground preferred)
0.25 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, season with salt and pepper, and sear until browned. Remove and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium, add butter and garlic to the skillet, and sauté for 1 minute.
4. Pour in heavy cream, stir, and whisk in Parmesan until smooth. Add nutmeg if using.
5. Return beef to skillet with sauce. Add pasta and toss to coat, using pasta water if needed for consistency.
6. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother sauce.
Let beef rest briefly after browning to keep it juicy.
Replace half the cream with milk for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 560
- Fat: 26
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 26
- Cholesterol: 95
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