Garlic Butter Beef Bowties in Three-Cheese Mozzarella Sauce
Garlic Butter Beef Bowties in Three-Cheese Mozzarella Sauce is a hearty skillet dinner filled with savory ground beef, tender bowtie pasta, and a creamy blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan. It is rich, comforting, and ready in about 40 minutes. Recipe Overview Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 5 Ingredients Beef and Bowtie Pasta 12 ounces bowtie pasta (farfalle) 1 pound lean ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil, if needed 1 small yellow onion, finely diced 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon tomato paste Three-Cheese Mozzarella Sauce 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups whole milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Salt and black pepper, to...