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Cheesy Enchilada Beef Tortellini Skillet

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A comforting and quick Tex-Mex twist on classic pasta, featuring ground beef, cheesy tortellini, and a rich enchilada sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 bag (20 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar-jack cheese blend
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (14 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Heat the skillet. In a large skillet, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté aromatics. Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Brown the beef. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles until no pink remains.
  4. Build the sauce. Stir in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes, red enchilada sauce, and beef broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cook the tortellini. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  6. Finish with creaminess. Stir in the shredded cheddar-jack cheese and sour cream until melted and combined.
  7. Season and serve. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, increase sour cream slightly. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of beef broth.

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Keywords: easy dinner, comforting meal, Tex-Mex skillet, cheesy pasta, beef recipe

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