Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties Recipe – Spiced Pasta Dinner Idea
This Cajun cream cheese Alfredo bowtie pasta is a flavor-packed dish that combines creamy Alfredo sauce with Cajun spices, rich cream cheese, and savory ground beef. Quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious, it’s the perfect recipe for weeknight dinners, family meals, or when you’re craving bold comfort food!
Equipment
- Large pot (for pasta)
- Skillet or sauté pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Colander
Ingredients
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1–2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta: Boil bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- Brown beef: In a skillet, heat oil. Add ground beef and Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, cook onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Make sauce: Add cream and cream cheese. Stir until smooth. Mix in Parmesan and adjust seasoning.
- Combine: Return beef to skillet. Toss in pasta. Add reserved pasta water gradually until sauce is silky.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot with garlic bread or salad.
Notes
- Protein swaps: Use chicken or shrimp instead of beef.
- Vegetarian option: Replace beef with mushrooms or lentils.
- Extra spice: Add cayenne or hot sauce for more heat.
- Gluten-free: Use gluten-free bowtie pasta.
- Tip: Always reserve pasta water—it’s the secret to a silky sauce.