Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini, a delicious twist on classic comfort food that the whole family will adore! This innovative dish combines savory ground beef, hearty black beans, and cheesy tortellini enveloped in rich enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that brings together the best of Italian and Mexican cuisines in one satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for about 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in black beans, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Simmer for about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook cheese tortellini according to package instructions (3-5 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine cooked tortellini with the beef mixture in a mixing bowl.
- Spread enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Layer the tortellini mixture evenly, top with remaining enchilada sauce and shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg