Description

Craving a quick dinner idea that feels like a warm hug? This Garlic Butter Beef & Cheesy Bowtie Pasta is a one-pot wonder that delivers bold, buttery flavor with every bite. Juicy beef, melty cheese, and farfalle pasta come together in a creamy garlic sauce perfect for easy dinners, hearty lunches, or a comfort-food fix. It’s one of those easy recipes that feel gourmet but need minimal cleanup. Ideal for weeknight meals, family dinners, or when you’re running low on food ideas but still want something incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

1 lb beef stew meat

2 cups bowtie pasta (farfalle)

3 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups beef broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large pot or deep skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add beef stew meat, season with salt and pepper, and sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

2. In the same pot, add a bit more butter if needed, then sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Return the beef to the pot. Add beef broth, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25–30 minutes until beef is tender.

4. Add the bowtie pasta directly to the pot. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most of the broth is absorbed.

5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, cheddar, and Parmesan until melted and creamy.

6. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Sear the beef in batches if your pan is small—overcrowding lowers the temperature and stops browning.

Add the cream off the heat to prevent curdling and preserve the sauce’s silkiness.

For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of cream cheese at the end.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: One-Pot
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 560
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: one pot meal, beef pasta, cheesy bowtie pasta, comfort food, easy dinner recipe