Creamy Ranch Beef Bowtie Skillet
A hearty, creamy one-pan dish combining tender ground beef, al dente bowtie pasta, and a rich ranch-infused cheese sauce—perfect for a comforting family meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (use lean)
- 1 box (12 oz) bowtie pasta
- 1 packet halal-certified ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or cheese blend
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat (5-7 minutes), breaking it up with a spatula
- Drain excess fat if needed
- Meanwhile, cook bowtie pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (10-12 minutes), then drain
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet with beef and stir
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning evenly over the mixture
- Pour in beef broth and stir to combine
- Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in sour cream and shredded cheese until creamy
- Let simmer 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally
- Serve hot, garnished with herbs if desired
Notes
Use lean ground beef for a lighter version
Substitute vegetable broth for a halal/non-meat option
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Substitute vegetable broth for a halal/non-meat option
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days