Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef
Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef is a delectable pasta dish that harmoniously combines rich, creamy Alfredo sauce with the bold kick of Cajun spices. Tossed with tender bowtie pasta and savory seasoned ground beef, this meal transforms everyday ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it promises to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks. Add minced garlic during the last minute.
- Lower the heat and add cream cheese and heavy cream to the skillet, stirring until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Mix in Cajun seasoning until well combined.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg