Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties Recipe
A creamy and flavorful Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties recipe combining tender ground beef with a rich, spicy cream cheese Alfredo sauce and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta. This comforting dish offers a quick and delicious twist on classic Alfredo with a zesty Cajun kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 pound ground beef
Pasta
- 12 ounces bowtie pasta (farfalle)
Sauce
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 teaspoons Cajun spice blend
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and 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, usually about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the ground beef: While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Prepare the Cajun cream cheese sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir the cream cheese into the cooked beef until melted and smooth. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly to create a creamy sauce. Season with Cajun spice blend, salt, and pepper, adjusting the spiciness to taste.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet with the Cajun cream cheese sauce and beef. Stir well to evenly coat the pasta with the creamy, spicy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties hot, garnished with optional parsley or grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun spice to increase or decrease heat intensity.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or milk for cream cheese or use low-fat cream cheese.
- You can add vegetables like bell peppers or onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables.
Keywords: Cajun cream cheese Alfredo, bowtie pasta, spicy Alfredo sauce, ground beef pasta, easy Cajun pasta recipe
