Sloppy Bows

Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinners with "Sloppy Bows," a fun and comforting twist on the classic Sloppy Joe. This hearty pasta dish features tender bowtie pasta (farfalle) tossed in a richly seasoned, sweet and tangy ground beef (or turkey) mixture spiced with paprika and Dijon mustard. Packed with sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and garlic, this one-pan wonder combines the bold flavors of a traditional Sloppy Joe with the convenience of a quick and filling pasta meal. Finished with optional shredded cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, Sloppy Bows is the ultimate family-friendly recipe that comes together in just 40 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish promises comfort food at its finest with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Bowtie pasta (farfalle)
• 1 pound Ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 4

Push the cooked beef to one side of the skillet and add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the empty space. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Stir the beef and vegetables together. Add the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well coated and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly with the Sloppy Joe mixture.

Step 7

Serve hot, optionally topped with shredded cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1527.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3350.8

Total Fat 151.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 482.9mg	0%
Sodium 3805.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 355.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 76.8g
Protein 152.8g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1100.7mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 3032.9mg	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: 40.1%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 41.9%