Bow Tie Pasta Recipes

bow tie pasta recipes

Bow Tie Pasta

bow tie pasta recipes

Bow tie pasta is one-pot dinner recipe the whole family will love! Made with farfalle, Italian sausage, broccoli, and a cheesy sauce, it’s ready in 30 minutes.

Prep: 10min

Total: 30min

Yield: 4 – 6 serving(s)

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. mild Italian pork sausage, casing removed
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 lb. bow tie pasta
  • 3 c. chicken broth
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 4 c. small broccoli florets (from 1 8-oz. piece of broccoli)
  • 1/2 c. julienned sun-dried tomatoes, drained of oil
  • 1/3 c. heavy cream
  • 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
  • Red chili flakes, for serving (optional)

Instruction:

  1. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, then the sausage. Cook, breaking the sausage into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until it is golden brown and no longer pink, about 6 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove the sausage to a plate and set aside.
  2. Reduce the heat to medium and add the garlic cloves. Cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add the pasta, broth, 2 cups of water, oregano, salt, and pepper to the pot and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium or medium low to keep it simmering for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  4. Stir in the broccoli. Cover the pot and let cook until the pasta and broccoli are just tender, about 5 minutes, stirring half-way through.
  5. Uncover the pot. Add the sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and reserved sausage. Cook until heated through, about 1 minute.
  6. Remove from the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Serve topped with more parmesan cheese and red chili flakes, if you like.

Creamy Bow Tie Pasta

bow tie pasta recipes

Add a little zip to your meal with this saucy pasta dish. It’s an excellent accompaniment with almost any meat or seafood. —Kathy Kittell, Lenexa, Kansas

Prep: 10min

Total: 25min

Yield: 2 servings.

Nutrition Facts: calories 196 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup uncooked bow tie pasta
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons butter
  • 2-1/4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • Dash salt
  • Dash dried basil
  • Dash crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoons 2% milk
  • 2 tablespoons chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream

Instruction:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the oil, flour, garlic and seasonings until blended. Gradually add the milk, broth and water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes., Remove from the heat; stir in cheese and sour cream. Drain pasta; toss with sauce.

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FAQ

What is bowtie pasta used for?

Farfalle is also called ‘bow tie pasta’ because of its shape. This versatile pasta works great with light base (olive oil, butter) as well as rich sauces (cream, tomato, pesto), and can taste great in salads. It can be used as dressing for your bowl of stir-fried veggies/meat.

Why bowtie pasta is the best?

Bow tie pasta, often labeled as “farfalle” (its Italian name), can handle even the chunkiest of sauces by trapping and holding on to flavor with its folds and grooved edges.

How many minutes will it take to cook bow ties pasta?

COOKING YOUR PASTA

For authentic “al dente” pasta, boil uncovered, stirring occasionally for 11 minutes. For more tender pasta, boil an additional 1 minute.

What is bow tie pasta in Italian?

The word farfalle means butterflies in Italian and is commonly referred to as bow tie pasta because of its shape. To make farfalle, simply cut fresh pasta into small rectangles and pinch the centers together to form the unique shape.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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