Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties Recipe
A rich and flavorful Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties recipe combining tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy, spicy sauce. This dish is quick and easy, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal with a Cajun twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tsp Cajun spice blend
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the ground beef: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add seasoning: Stir the Cajun spice blend into the cooked beef, mixing well to coat all the meat evenly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Prepare the creamy sauce: Lower the heat and add the cream cheese and milk to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts and forms a smooth sauce, coating the beef nicely.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet with the beef Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to combine everything thoroughly and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately while warm. Optionally garnish with chopped parsley or grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for a creamier sauce.
- Adjust Cajun spice amount to your preferred level of heat.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- For a richer sauce, add a little grated Parmesan cheese.
- Make sure not to overcook the pasta to prevent it from becoming mushy in the sauce.
Keywords: Cajun pasta, creamy Alfredo, bowtie pasta recipe, ground beef dinner, spicy cream cheese sauce
