Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 package (20 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add olive oil and ground beef to the skillet. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the refrigerated cheese tortellini and beef broth to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the tortellini is cooked through.
- Stir in unsalted butter until melted.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the tortellini mixture and stir until well combined.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add a splash of cream for an even richer sauce.
- For extra spice, increase red pepper flakes or add crushed chili.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American