Cheesy Beef & Bowties in Garlic Butter

INGREDIENTS

1. 1 lb. Bowtie Pasta (or another fun shape)
2. 1 lb. ground beef
3.  3 Tbsp. butter
4. 4 garlic cloves, minced
5. ½ cup heavy cream
6. 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
7. ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
8. salt and pepper to taste
9. ½ tsp. garlic powder
10. ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped

DIRECTIONS

• Cook the pasta, al dente in a pot of salted water. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water for later.
• In a large skillet over medium high heat brown the ground beef breaking it up as it cooks. Drain the fat and set aside.
• Add the butter to the skillet and melt, then add the minced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.