Creamy Tortellini Pasta with Beef and Spinach
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Tortellini Pasta with Beef and Spinach, a dish that is as delightful to prepare as it is to eat. This hearty meal features tender beef mingling with cheesy tortellini and nutrient-rich spinach, all enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. With its robust flavors and quick preparation time, you’ll find yourself returning to this dish time and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water for about 3-5 minutes; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Brown the ground beef for about 7-9 minutes, then drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion; cook until softened (about 4-5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and thawed spinach; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux; cook for about one minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth until smooth; simmer for about 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- Lower the heat; mix in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Combine cooked tortellini with meat-spinach mixture into the sauce; stir gently until evenly coated.
- Serve hot with extra cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg