Creamy Cheesy Ground Beef Bowtie Pasta Skillet

Steps

1. 1

   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the farfalle and cook until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring as needed, until the beef is browned.

   Start 8-minute timer
4. 4

   Add the minced garlic, tomato paste, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.

   Start 1-minute timer
5. 5

   Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream. Stir well, then simmer for 3–4 minutes, until the sauce starts to thicken.

   Start 4-minute timer
6. 6

   Stir in the Parmesan and half of the mozzarella until the cheese melts into the sauce.

7. 7

   Add the drained pasta and toss until evenly coated. If needed, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.

8. 8

   Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella over the top. Cover the skillet for 2–3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and gooey.

   Start 3-minute timer
9. 9

   Finish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan, then serve.