Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a mouthwatering fusion dish that seamlessly blends the rich flavors of Italian cheese tortellini with zesty Mexican enchilada sauce and seasoned ground beef. This quick and satisfying recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering comfort in every bite. Topped with melty mozzarella and cheddar cheese, and finished with a dollop of sour cream, it’s sure to impress your loved ones. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy this delightful meal that brings two beloved cuisines together.
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 the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through, then drain excess fat.
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in the skillet until softened.
- Stir in the spices (chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper) and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the enchilada sauce and let simmer for about 5 minutes; then gently mix in the cooked tortellini.
- Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Cover and cook on low until melted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in sour cream and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 515
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg