Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a delightful fusion dish that merges the creamy richness of cheese tortellini with the bold, zesty flavors of seasoned ground beef and enchilada sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe showcases a quick prep time of just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those seeking comfort food without the lengthy cooking process. Topped with melty cheeses and garnished with fresh cilantro, this dish is not only satisfying but also visually appealing. Whether you are looking for a hearty meal or something unique to impress your guests, Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini delivers on both taste and presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft (2-3 minutes).
- Stir in spices and cook for another minute to enhance flavors.
- Pour in enchilada sauce and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked tortellini to coat evenly with the sauce mixture.
- Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheeses; cover and cook until melted (2-3 minutes).
- Remove from heat, stir in sour cream, and garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Italian fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg