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Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini


  • Author: earthsea
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dish that merges traditional enchiladas with delicious cheese tortellini, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 450 grams ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 540 grams frozen cheese tortellini
  • 295 milliliters mild enchilada sauce
  • 285 grams diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
  • 120 grams shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add ground beef. Cook until there is no pink left.
  2. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  3. Stir in salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, dried cilantro, and cayenne pepper. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in enchilada sauce and diced tomatoes, then add frozen tortellini. Stir until combined.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring once.
  6. Once cooked, gently stir the mixture and sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top. Cover or briefly broil to melt cheese.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream.

Notes

Make sure not to overcook the tortellini. Adjust spice levels as preferred. Ground turkey or chicken can substitute beef.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg