Description
A delightful dish that combines the flavors of Mexican cheese enchiladas and Italian tortellini, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 (19 oz) bag cheese tortellini (frozen or refrigerated)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional garnishes: chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef, cooking until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Sprinkle in the onion powder, garlic powder, paprika (if using), salt, and pepper, stirring to season evenly.
- Pour in the red enchilada sauce and sour cream, stirring until creamy and smooth.
- Add the cheese tortellini and mix gently to coat.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top and cover the skillet, cooking on low for another 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with optional toppings and serve hot.
Notes
Customize by adding jalapeños for spice or substitute ground beef for beans or vegetables for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Italian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: cheesy, enchiladas, tortellini, comfort food, beef, easy meals