Low Carb Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce
Indulge in this hearty and wholesome **Low Carb Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce**, a delicious comfort food makeover that's both satisfying and keto-friendly. Made with tender low-carb bowtie pasta crafted from almond flour, this dish is paired with a rich, flavorful meat sauce featuring savory ground beef, aromatic garlic, and a medley of Italian herbs like basil and oregano. Simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, the sauce clings to every bite of pasta, delivering bold, satisfying flavor. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and vibrant parsley, this meal is perfect for those looking to enjoy a classic pasta night without the carbs. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner for the whole family. Keywords: low-carb pasta, keto-friendly dinner, homemade meat sauce, almond flour pasta, easy weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Low carb bowtie pasta (e.g., made from almond flour)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Ground beef (85% lean)
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Cook the low carb bowtie pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
Remove the cooked beef from the skillet, leaving a small amount of fat in the skillet. Set the beef aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the onion mixture. Stir well to combine.
Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet, stirring to mix all the ingredients together.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
Mix in half of the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning to taste.
Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked low carb bowtie pasta to the skillet, gently mixing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Serve the pasta topped with remaining parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.2 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.6 g | 223% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 345 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 3471 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.0 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 148.1 g | 296% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 845 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 3201 mg | 68% | |
*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.
