Ingredients
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- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 package cream cheese (8 oz)
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add Cajun seasoning to the beef and stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low, then add cream cheese and Alfredo sauce to the skillet. Stir until cream cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet and toss until well coated with the sauce.
- Stir in shredded cheese, allowing it to melt into the pasta.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or garlic bread. For more nutrition, consider adding steamed broccoli or sautéed bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg