Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Cheesy Ground Beef Tortellini in Garlic Butter Sauce, a dish that merges rich flavors with a comforting texture. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, taking just about 30 minutes from start to finish. The irresistible combination of garlic butter and a trio of cheeses ensures that every bite is packed with flavor. Plus, with minimal cleanup required—everything cooks in one skillet—this meal allows you to spend more time enjoying dinner and less time in the kitchen. Whether served as a main course or paired with fresh salads and crusty bread, this cheesy tortellini dish is bound to be a hit at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 lb lean ground beef
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
- Melt butter in the same skillet; sauté onions until translucent (about 3 minutes), then add garlic for an additional 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and cook while stirring for about 1 minute.
- Whisk in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer for about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in Velveeta, cheddar, and cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked ground beef and tortellini to the skillet; toss gently to coat in sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg