Paleo Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce

Savor the comforting flavors of our Paleo Bowtie Pasta with Meat Sauce, a hearty and gluten-free twist on a classic Italian favorite. This recipe features tender, homemade paleo pasta crafted from a wholesome blend of blanched almond flour and tapioca starch, brought to life with a pinch of salt and fresh eggs. The pasta is shaped into adorable bowties and paired with a rich, savory meat sauce bursting with the flavor of ground beef, aromatic garlic, and fragrant herbs like dried basil and oregano. Simmered with sweet crushed tomatoes and topped with fresh basil, this dish is perfect for those following a paleo diet—or anyone craving a healthier take on traditional pasta night. Quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Blanched almond flour
• 0.5 cup Tapioca starch
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 14 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine almond flour, tapioca starch, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the eggs. Mix the ingredients together until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 2 minutes until smooth.

Step 2

Dust a clean surface with a bit of tapioca starch. Roll out the dough until it is about 1/8-inch thick. Cut the dough into small rectangles and pinch the centers to form bowtie shapes. Set aside.

Step 3

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Gently add the bowtie pasta and cook for 3-4 minutes until they float to the top and are tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Break the meat into small pieces with a spatula.

Step 6

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, and dried oregano. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

Serve the bowtie pasta topped with the meat sauce and garnish with fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1416.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2915.6

Total Fat 201.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 879.1mg	0%
Sodium 2911.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 128.4g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 673.5mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 3299.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.0%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 23.0%