Garlic Butter Tortellini in Creamy Sauce with Beef and Spinach
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Garlic Butter Tortellini in Creamy Sauce with Beef and Spinach. This delightful dish features tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a rich garlic butter cream sauce, complemented by savory ground beef and vibrant spinach. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it combines ease of preparation with an explosion of flavor that will satisfy everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cheese tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously and let simmer for 3–5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet; cook until wilted.
- Gently fold in cooked tortellini until well coated with the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg