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Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini

Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini for Quick Comfort Bliss

Enjoy this Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini, an effortless and hearty meal that combines savory beef, creamy cheese, and tender tortellini in just over 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any cooking oil
  • 1 can red enchilada sauce mild or spicy
  • 8 ounces cream cheese or Greek yogurt
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces cheese tortellini gluten-free if needed
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or cheddar

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of cumin. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, then drain excess fat.
  3. Pour 1 can of red enchilada sauce over the beef mixture, stirring gently. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  4. Add 8 ounces of cream cheese cut into chunks and mix until fully melted and combined.
  5. Gently fold in 12 ounces of cheese tortellini, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until tender.
  6. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Cover with a lid and let sit for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to substitute ingredients based on your preferences and dietary needs. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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