Description
A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring cheese tortellini, seasoned ground beef, and a luscious creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 lb cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour in heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cooked tortellini and toss to coat evenly.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra richness, add a tablespoon of butter. Use ground turkey or sausage instead of beef if desired.