Description
Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef combines tender bowtie pasta with a rich cream cheese alfredo sauce and smoky, seasoned beef for a bold, comforting meal. This quick‑cook dinner packs creamy texture, spicy Cajun flavor, and hearty protein, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Ready in under 30 minutes, it delivers restaurant‑style taste with simple pantry ingredients. Pair it with a crisp salad and a glass of chilled grape juice for satisfying fea
Ingredients
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb spiced ground beef
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta until al dente, drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a skillet, add spiced ground beef, brown.
- Stir in cream cheese and chicken broth, blend until smooth.
- Add Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; adjust to taste.
- Toss pasta into sauce, heat through 2‑3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For extra heat
- increase Cajun seasoning. Reserve a cup of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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