Description
Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce is a delightful fusion of flavors inspired by the classic cheesesteak sandwich. Tender cheese tortellini is enveloped in a creamy, rich provolone sauce, complemented by ground beef or turkey and vibrant bell peppers. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, offering both ease of preparation and impressive taste that will leave your guests asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Gradually stir in heavy cream and shredded provolone until melted.
- Mix in Italian seasoning, then add the cooked tortellini. Stir gently until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg