Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a delightful fusion of Italian and Mexican flavors, combining tender tortellini with a creamy, zesty beef sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings, this one-pot wonder offers bold flavors and comfort in every bite. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can whip up this dish to impress even the pickiest eaters. Dive into a bowl of cheesy goodness that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for topping)
- Sliced jalapeños (for topping)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in oil until translucent (3-5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in ground beef and taco seasoning; cook until browned.
- Pour in tomato sauce and sour cream; mix well and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Gently fold in the cooked tortellini until coated with sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded cheeses on top, cover, and let melt over low heat (3-5 minutes).
- Serve garnished with cilantro and jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian/Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg