Description
Beef tortellini is a comforting dish that combines tender pasta with savory ground beef in a rich sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering deliciousness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz fresh tortellini
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions until they float (about 3-5 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (approximately 3 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart while stirring.
- Pour in marinara sauce and add Italian seasoning. Stir well and let simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes.
- Gently fold cooked tortellini into the sauce mixture until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating seasonal vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat with a splash of broth or water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg