Description
Savor a delightful blend of flavors with Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini, a comforting dish that brings the best of both worlds: cheesy pasta and savory enchiladas. This easy-to-make recipe features seasoned ground beef, black beans, and cheese tortellini enveloped in zesty enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese. It’s perfect for family dinners or cozy nights at home. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or something special to impress your guests, this dish is sure to become a new favorite!
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
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, then add garlic and sauté briefly.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up as it browns (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in black beans, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Cook tortellini in boiling water according to package instructions; drain.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine tortellini with beef mixture in a bowl.
- Spread some enchilada sauce in a baking dish; layer the mixture and top with remaining sauce and shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg