Savory Garlic Butter Beef Tortellini (Printer-Friendly Version)
Juicy beef and spinach blend perfectly with cheese tortellini in a garlic butter sauce for a comforting meal.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Pasta
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250 grams cheese-filled tortellini, cooked or refrigerated
→ Meat
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250 grams ground beef
→ Vegetables & Herbs
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100 grams fresh spinach
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
→ Dairy
06 -
30 grams unsalted butter
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15 grams grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Push the browned beef to one side of the skillet. Add the butter to the other side and allow it to melt. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in the cooked tortellini and mix thoroughly with the beef and garlic butter. Gently fold in the fresh spinach using tongs until just wilted.
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Sprinkle Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese over the mixture. Toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients with the garlic butter sauce.
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Plate the dish and garnish with additional Parmesan and freshly cracked black pepper. Serve hot for optimal flavor.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
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For leftovers, cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce.