Garlic Butter Tortellini with Beef and Spinach
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with Garlic Butter Tortellini with Beef and Spinach. This comforting dish combines tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, paired with flavorful ground beef and vibrant spinach. It’s not just a meal; it’s a warm embrace filled with savory goodness that brings family and friends together around the table. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, this recipe promises to transform an ordinary dinner into an extraordinary feast. Get ready to savor each bite as the creamy sauce coats the pasta, making it a beloved staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt two tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the meat mixture and stir well.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente (about 3-5 minutes). Drain.
- Combine drained tortellini with the beef and spinach mixture in the skillet. Add grated Parmesan cheese and gently toss until well mixed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg