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Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef

Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef Bliss

Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef is a creamy, flavorful dish perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Bowtie Pasta You can swap with penne or rotini if desired.
For the Meat
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Consider substituting with turkey, chicken, or lentils for vegetarian option.
For the Sauce
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Softened, alternatives include mascarpone or ricotta.
  • 1 cup Milk or Half-and-Half Choose lower-fat options for a lighter dish.
  • ¾ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Fresh cheese delivers the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Olive oil works well for a lighter alternative.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, enhances flavor profile.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Divided.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your palate.
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is best.
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Reserved Pasta Water For achieving saucy consistency.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water over high heat until al dente, about 10–12 minutes. Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add ground beef, seasoning with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium, add remaining butter, and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add softened cream cheese to the skillet and stir until melted. Gradually whisk in milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  5. Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese and remaining Cajun seasoning into the sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken.
  6. Return ground beef to the skillet with the drained pasta. Toss gently until bowties are coated. Add reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan, parsley, or red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier melting. Save pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.

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