Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini: A Delicious Twist on Classic Comfort Food
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini, a delightful fusion that reimagines classic comfort food. This dish features seasoned ground beef, hearty black beans, and tender cheese tortellini smothered in rich enchilada sauce and topped with gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe is quick to prepare and easy to customize. Add your favorite vegetables or spices for a personal touch, and watch as it becomes a go-to meal that satisfies both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
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
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Sauté diced onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent; add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in black beans, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Boil salted water in a pot; cook cheese tortellini according to package instructions (3-5 minutes). Drain.
- Combine cooked tortellini with beef mixture in a mixing bowl.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread a layer of enchilada sauce in a greased baking dish; pour in tortellini mixture.
- Top with remaining enchilada sauce and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg