Description
A comforting and hearty dish featuring tender ground beef, bowtie pasta, and a rich, cheesy tomato sauce perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.
- Sprinkle in cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and well combined.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar for extra cheesy flavor.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg