Name: Indulgent Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce Made Easy Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 pound Beef Sirloin or Stew Meat (Opt for tender cuts for best texture); 12 ounces Bowtie Pasta (Farfalle) (You can substitute with penne or rotini if needed); 1 cup Heavy Cream (Creates that smooth, creamy texture); 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (Choose freshly grated for best melt); 3 tablespoons Butter (Contributes richness to the sauce); 3 cloves Garlic (Use minced for a punch of taste); to taste Salt (Essential for seasoning); to taste Pepper (Essential for seasoning); 1 tablespoon Parsley (Optional, adds color and freshness)

Description

This Indulgent Beef and Bowtie Pasta with Alfredo Sauce is a rich and creamy dish perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner. Tender beef sirloin or stew meat is seared and combined with bowtie pasta, all tossed in a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce made with heavy cream, butter, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Garnished with fresh parsley, this recipe is easy to prepare within 30 minutes and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

Scale

Meat

1 pound Beef Sirloin or Stew Meat (Opt for tender cuts for best texture)

Pasta

12 ounces Bowtie Pasta (Farfalle) (You can substitute with penne or rotini if needed)

Sauce

1 cup Heavy Cream (Creates that smooth, creamy texture)
1 cup Parmesan Cheese (Choose freshly grated for best melt)
3 tablespoons Butter (Contributes richness to the sauce)
3 cloves Garlic (Use minced for a punch of taste)

Seasoning and Garnish

to taste Salt (Essential for seasoning)
to taste Pepper (Essential for seasoning)
1 tablespoon Parsley (Optional, adds color and freshness)

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Instructions

Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
Sear Beef: Season the beef with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef for 4-5 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the skillet and place it on a plate to keep warm.
Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Prepare Alfredo Sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the garlic and butter. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
Add Cheese and Seasoning: Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Combine Beef and Sauce: Return the cooked beef to the skillet and stir to coat it evenly with the Alfredo sauce. Let it cook together for about 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
Toss Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and gently toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce.
Serve: Divide the pasta and beef among plates and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm for a comforting meal.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best melt and flavor.
You can substitute bowtie pasta with penne or rotini if unavailable.
Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding a splash of pasta water if it becomes too thick.
For extra richness, add a splash of white wine when sautéing the garlic.
Make sure not to overcook the pasta to maintain the perfect al dente texture.
Leftover pasta can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.