Description
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with the irresistible flavors of Garlic Butter Beef and Spinach Tortellini. This comforting one-skillet meal combines tender ground beef, aromatic garlic, and plump cheese-filled tortellini, all tossed in a rich, creamy sauce that’s sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
- Ground Beef: Choose a lean ground beef for the best texture and flavor.
- Cheese Tortellini: Look for a 20-ounce package of fresh or refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini.
- Spinach: Fresh baby spinach leaves add a nutritious boost and a pop of vibrant color.
- Garlic: Minced garlic is the key to the delicious garlic butter flavor.
- Seasonings: Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Butter: Unsalted butter adds a rich, creamy texture.
- Parmesan Cheese: Grated Parmesan cheese adds a nutty, salty finish.
- Parsley: Fresh chopped parsley adds a bright, herbaceous note.
Instructions
1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
2. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
3. Pour in the beef broth and add the cheese tortellini. Gently stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until the tortellini is tender.
4. Stir in the unsalted butter and fresh spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the spinach has wilted and the sauce has thickened slightly.
5. Finally, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the skillet. Stir to combine and melt the cheese.
Notes
Store any leftover Garlic Butter Beef and Spinach Tortellini in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, simply place the desired portion in a skillet or saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until heated through. You can also reheat individual servings in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 80