Description
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines tender tortellini with savory ground beef and a rich enchilada sauce. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, bringing together creamy cheese and zesty spices in every bite. Serve it topped with sour cream and green onions for an extra burst of flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser that keeps everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh or frozen tortellini
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (mild or hot)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart until fully cooked.
- Stir in enchilada sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Gently mix in cooked tortellini and sprinkle with cheese blends, stirring until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with sour cream and sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg