Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Garlic Butter Beef and Spinach Tortellini, a dish that beautifully marries rich flavors with a creamy garlic-infused sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners, this recipe is ready in just 30 minutes! The tender cheese tortellini is enveloped in a savory blend of ground beef, fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic, creating a delightful taste experience. With minimal cleanup and the option to serve at potlucks or gatherings, this versatile meal is sure to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions; drain and reserve some cooking water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; brown ground beef until golden.
- Season beef with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; stir well.
- Add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and reserved pasta water; bring to simmer.
- Stir in butter until melted; fold in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Combine cooked tortellini with the sauce; toss gently.
- Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Substitute ground beef with turkey or lentils for variations. Add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition. For creamier sauce, increase the amount of reserved pasta water.