Joanna Gaines Bow Tie Pasta Recipe
If you love easy and flavorful pasta dishes, this Joanna Gaines Bow Tie Pasta Recipe is perfect. It is creamy, cheesy and full of flavor.
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz bow tie farfalle pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
For the Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil or Italian seasoning
Optional Add-ins:
- Cooked chicken shrimp, or bacon bits
- Extra Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook bow tie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Sauté Garlic
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add Vegetables
- Add cherry tomatoes and spinach to the skillet. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften slightly.
Make the Sauce
- Reduce heat to low. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning. Stir until sauce thickens slightly.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Add cooked bow tie pasta to the skillet. Toss well until pasta is coated with creamy sauce.
Adjust Seasoning
- Taste pasta and adjust salt, pepper or cheese as needed.
Add Protein (Optional)
- If using chicken, shrimp or bacon, add it now. Toss to combine evenly.
Serve
- Plate the pasta in bowls. Sprinkle extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version
- Add roasted red peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor
- Swap spinach for arugula for a peppery taste
- Use gluten-free pasta if needed
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for a bright touch
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for slight heat
- Make it vegetarian by skipping any meat add-ins