Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of **Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce**, a hearty recipe that brings classic Italian-inspired warmth to your table. Featuring perfectly al dente bowtie pasta tossed in a rich, homemade meat sauce made from tender ground beef, savory garlic, and sweet onion, this dish is elevated with the vibrant notes of oregano, basil, and a hint of red chili flakes for subtle heat. Simmered to perfection with tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes, the sauce clings beautifully to the pasta, while a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a nutty richness. Finished with a garnish of fresh parsley, this satisfying meal is ready in under an hour and serves as a delicious weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for any family gathering. Keywords: bowtie pasta recipe, homemade meat sauce, easy pasta dinner, Italian-inspired comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces bowtie pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 pound ground beef
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Finely chop the onion and garlic. Add them to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
Stir in the tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes. Mix well to combine.
Season the sauce with oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Stir to incorporate.
Lower the heat to a simmer and let the sauce cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and stir gently.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the completed dish as a garnish.
Serve the pasta hot, with extra Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
783 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.2 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 1204 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.9 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1059 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
