Cheesy Bowtie Beef Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta and Beef Mixture
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1 pound (450g) ground beef
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12 ounces (340g) farfalle (bowtie pasta)
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2 cloves of garlic, minced
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1 small onion, diced finely
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Salt and pepper to your preference
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½ teaspoon of optional crushed red pepper flakes
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
→ Garlic Butter Sauce
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3 tablespoons of butter (unsalted)
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1 tablespoon of plain flour
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2 garlic cloves, finely minced
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½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
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1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup (240ml) of either whole milk or 2%
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2 tablespoons of chopped parsley for topping
# Instructions:
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Set a large pot with salted water on the stovetop and bring it to a boil. Toss in the bowtie pasta and cook it following the timing on the package for al dente pasta. Save ½ cup of the water before you strain the pasta and place it aside.
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Warm olive oil over medium heat in a big pan. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it browns for 5-7 minutes. Toss in the diced onion and minced garlic, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, red chili flakes if you like spice, and some salt and pepper. Take the beef mix out of the pan and set it to the side.
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Using the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the minced garlic and let it cook until it smells amazing, about 1 minute. Slowly sprinkle in the flour, stirring for 1-2 minutes until it comes together as a paste (called a roux). Gradually pour in the milk and keep whisking so it stays smooth. Let it gently bubble for around 3 minutes until just slightly thickened.
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Lower the heat. Stir the Parmesan and mozzarella cheese into the sauce, letting them melt until silky. Add the pasta and beef back into the skillet, tossing everything in the sauce to coat evenly. Pour in a splash of that reserved pasta water if the mixture needs more liquid.
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Spoon the cheesy pasta mix into your favorite bowls. Sprinkle over fresh parsley and a little extra Parmesan if you like.
# Notes:
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Mix in veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or roasted peppers for a flavor and nutrition boost.
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Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Heat them up on the stovetop with a splash of milk to make them creamy again.