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Cheesy Ground Beef Tortellini

Cheesy, creamy and rich with a generous portion of meat in every bite this Ground Beef Tortellini is an easy skillet meal.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Ground Beef Tortellini
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 614kcal
Author Jennifer Osterholt

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons granulated onion
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 3 cups mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  • Boil water and cook tortellini according to the instructions on the package, drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium high heat cook ground beef and drain if necessary.
  • Slice block of cream cheese over the skillet and stir until melted.
  • Add marinara sauce and stir.
  • Season the mixture with salt, pepper and other herbs. Stir well.
  • Once meat and sauce mixture is simmering add cooked and drained tortellini to the skillet and stir well. Return mixture to a simmer.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top and bake in an a preheated 350℉ oven for 5-7 minutes. Broil for one additional minute until brown and bubbly if desired.

Notes

  • Once the pasta is added the cheese can be stirred in, cooked until melted and served immediately if desired. The baking is an additional step that is personal preference.

Nutrition

Calories: 614kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 151mg | Sodium: 1692mg | Potassium: 714mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1389IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 437mg | Iron: 5mg