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Mediterranean Bowtie Pasta

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This dish is comfort food with a bold twist—tender bowtie pasta topped with savory spiced ground beef, creamy yogurt, and a drizzle of paprika butter. Finished with juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs, it’s a cozy bowl that brings a little Mediterranean sunshine to your table. Perfect for weeknights or impressing guests without the fuss.

Ingredients

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cups cooked bowtie (farfalle) pasta

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 lb ground beef

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings:

½ cup Greek yogurt

1 tbsp butter + ½ tsp paprika or chili flakes (for drizzle)

Cherry tomatoes, halved

Fresh parsley, chopped

Crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

Cook Pasta: Prepare pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Sauté Beef: In a skillet, heat olive oil. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Prepare Yogurt Sauce: In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with a pinch of salt.

Make Paprika Butter: Melt butter in a small pan and stir in paprika or chili flakes.

Assemble Bowls: Layer pasta in bowls, top with beef, spoon over yogurt, drizzle paprika butter, and garnish with cherry tomatoes, parsley, and feta.

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