Description
Enjoy a comforting blend of flavors with Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini, featuring seasoned ground beef, black beans, and cheese tortellini, all enveloped in enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Ideal for family dinners or cozy nights in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat about 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Next, add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until it’s browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Once the beef is cooked, stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning. Mix everything well and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes until they float to the top.
- Once cooked, drain the tortellini and set them aside. Be careful not to overcook them, as they will continue to cook slightly when we assemble everything.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini with the beef filling. Gently fold everything together until the tortellini are well coated with the beef mixture.
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom.
- Using a spoon, carefully transfer the tortellini and beef mixture into the baking dish, spreading it evenly across the dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the tortellini mixture, ensuring it’s well covered.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent the cheese from burning.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are slightly golden.
- Once done, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or spices.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding jalapeños or using spicy taco seasoning.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes