Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a delicious fusion dish that effortlessly marries the rich flavors of Italian and Mexican cuisines. Imagine tender cheese tortellini enveloped in savory ground beef, all smothered in zesty enchilada sauce and topped with gooey melted cheese. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering a comforting meal that everyone will rave about. In just 35 minutes, you can serve up this hearty dish that’s sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 10 oz can enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet; sauté until softened (2-3 minutes).
- Stir in spices (chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper) and toast for about a minute.
- Pour in enchilada sauce, simmer for 5 minutes, then add cooked tortellini and toss gently to coat.
- Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Cover the skillet until cheese melts (2-3 minutes).
- Mix in sour cream and garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg