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Cheese Tortellini with Ground Beef and Spinach


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

A delicious and hearty dish featuring cheese tortellini, ground beef, and fresh spinach cooked in a garlic butter sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound cheese tortellini
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
  3. Add butter to the skillet and let it melt, then stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and gently toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
  5. Add the spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until just wilted.
  6. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning, then finish with grated Parmesan and serve warm.

Notes

  • This dish is best served immediately for optimal taste and texture.
  • You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg