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Creamy Beef & Parmesan Tortellini

A creamy, flavorful, and family-friendly dish with tender beef and rich parmesan sauce enveloping tortellini, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use high-quality cheese for best flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. To the skillet, add minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring well. Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, letting it melt into the creamy mixture.
  5. Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet, gently tossing to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, use low heat in a skillet, stirring occasionally until warmed through, adding a splash of milk or cream to restore creaminess.