Introduction

If you are looking for a “million-dollar” dinner that combines the comfort of a home-cooked meal with the elegance of a creamy Italian bistro dish, Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta is your answer. This recipe takes humble ground beef and transforms it into a sophisticated, velvet-smooth masterpiece. The bowtie (farfalle) pasta is the perfect choice here, as its “wings” and center pinch are designed to catch and hold onto the rich, garlic-infused cream sauce.

This is a true **one-pan wonder**. By cooking the pasta directly in the seasoned beef broth, the noodles absorb all the savory flavor while releasing starches that naturally thicken the sauce. With a bold punch of fresh garlic, the warmth of smoked paprika, and the salty bite of real Parmesan cheese, this dish is a “flavor bomb” that will have everyone asking for seconds. Best of all, it goes from stovetop to table in about 30 minutes!

Ingredients: The Flavor Profile

Using freshly grated Parmesan is the secret to a silky sauce—pre-shredded varieties often contain coatings that prevent smooth melting.

• 1 lb Ground Beef: Lean (85% or 90%) works best to keep the sauce from becoming too oily.
• 8 oz Bowtie Pasta (Farfalle): The classic shape for creamy sauces.
• 3 Cups Beef Broth: The savory liquid that the pasta will cook in.
• 1 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese: Provides the salty, nutty finish.
• 3/4 Cup Half and Half: For a luxurious, creamy texture (whole milk can be substituted for a lighter version).
• 3 tbsp Butter & 3 tsp Olive Oil: The fats that carry the garlic and onion flavors.
• Aromatics: 5–6 cloves garlic (minced), 1 small onion (finely chopped).
• The Seasoning Blend: 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (for a subtle kick), salt, and black pepper.
• Fresh Parsley: Finely chopped, for a bright garnish.

Instructions: The One-Pan Method