Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat.

Reduce the heat to low and add 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 3 cloves of minced garlic into the skillet with the browned beef. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant.

Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet, gently tossing to coat the pasta in the garlic butter. Stir for about 2 minutes.

Sprinkle 1 to 2 cups of shredded cheese over the pasta mix. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts completely.

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and a pinch of Italian seasoning if desired. Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese if you like.