🍝 High-Protein Creamy Parmesan Garlic Beef Bowtie Pasta

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or protein-enriched bowties)
• 1 lb lean ground beef (93% lean or higher)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-fat milk or unsweetened almond milk
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (boosts protein + creaminess)
• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• ½ cup beef broth or pasta water
• Optional add-ins: spinach, mushrooms, broccoli

Instructions

1️⃣ Cook pasta

Boil pasta according to package directions.
Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

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2️⃣ Brown beef

Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
Add ground beef, salt, and pepper.
Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

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3️⃣ Garlic & sauce

Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Stir in milk and broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

Lower heat. Whisk in Greek yogurt and Parmesan until creamy and smooth.

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4️⃣ Combine

Add cooked pasta (and veggies if using).
Toss gently until coated.
Add pasta water if needed to loosen sauce.

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5️⃣ Serve

Taste and adjust seasoning.
Top with extra Parmesan and parsley.

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🥗 Nutrition (approx per serving)

• Calories: ~430
• Protein: ~35–40 g
• Carbs: ~35 g
• Fat: ~16 g
• Fiber: ~6 g