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Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini

Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini: Comfort Food Bliss Delivered

A delightful fusion of Mexican enchiladas and Italian tortellini, Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini is the perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can be replaced with shredded chicken or ground turkey
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning adjust to taste
For the Pasta and Cheese
  • 16 ounces Cheese Tortellini fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
For the Sauce and Garnish
  • 1 cup Enchilada Sauce mild or spicy
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream optional
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • baking dish

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Incorporate minced garlic and ground beef into the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned. Season with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir in drained black beans and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Bring water to a boil in a separate pot and cook cheese tortellini according to package instructions, about 3-5 minutes. Drain and fold into beef mixture.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. In a large baking dish, layer the beef-tortellini mixture, pour enchilada sauce over the top, and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes, serve hot, garnished with sour cream and fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.

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