Savory Garlic Butter Beef Tortellini (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 -
250 grams cheese-filled tortellini, cooked or refrigerated
→ Meat
02 -
300 grams lean ground beef
→ Vegetables
03 -
100 grams fresh spinach leaves
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3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Dairy
05 -
30 grams unsalted butter
06 -
20 grams grated Parmesan cheese
→ Herbs and Spices
07 -
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Season with salt and pepper.
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Push the cooked beef to one side of the skillet. Melt butter on the empty side, then add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in the cooked tortellini and fold in the fresh spinach gently using tongs until just wilted.
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Sprinkle Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese over the mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly in the garlic butter sauce.
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Plate the dish while hot, adding an extra sprinkle of Parmesan and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
# Helpful Notes:
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For leftover portions, cool completely before refrigerating in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth to loosen the sauce.