Ingredients:
12 oz bowtie pasta
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 small onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup whole milk
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup reserved pasta water, if needed
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
directions:
1. Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Save 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion, then cook until the beef is deeply browned and the onion is softened. Drain excess grease if needed.
3. Add the butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and milk, then stir in the cream cheese until smooth. Add 1 cup mozzarella and the Parmesan, stirring over low heat until the sauce is thick, creamy, and glossy.
5. Add the cooked bowtie pasta and toss until fully coated. Stir in a splash of reserved pasta water only if needed. Let it cook for 1 more minute so the sauce settles into the pasta.
6. Spoon into bowls and top with the remaining mozzarella. Let it melt over the hot pasta, then finish with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 5 | Calories: Approximately 690 per servin
