Creamy Beef & Bowtie Pasta: Comfort in 20 Minutes

By Mia Park

October 4, 2025

When comfort calls, this Creamy Beef and Bowtie Pasta answers fast. Tender pasta hugs every bit of the silky sauce while savory ground beef adds hearty flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a one-pan wonder your family will ask for again and again.

Prep Time: 10 Min

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground beef 12 ounces bowtie pasta 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup beef broth 4 ounces cream cheese 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional for garnish)

Cook Time: 15 Min

Ingredients

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Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess grease.

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Step 2

In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.

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Step 3

Lower the heat under the beef skillet. Stir in the cream cheese until melted and smooth.

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Step 4

Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and beef broth. Stir to combine and simmer for 3–4 minutes.

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