Creamy Beef and Vegetable Tortellini
Creamy Beef and Vegetable Tortellini is a heartwarming dish that seamlessly blends tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying delicious food with your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (20 oz) cheese tortellini
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup shredded provolone cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and cook the beef sirloin until browned (about 5 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté green bell pepper, onion, and garlic until softened (5-7 minutes).
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour for about a minute. Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened.
- Stir in provolone and Parmesan cheeses until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked tortellini, beef, and sautéed veggies into the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like fresh parsley or extra cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg