Description
Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a delicious and unique dish that combines the flavors of traditional beef enchiladas with the convenience of tortellini pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 package cheese tortellini
- 1 can enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions, then drain.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the beef mixture.
- Pour the enchilada sauce over the tortellini and beef, stirring to combine.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and cover the skillet. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Beef Enchilada Tortellini!
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings such as sour cream, avocado, or cilantro.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg