Creamy Tortellini Pasta with Beef, Spinach & Italian Sausage
Creamy Tortellini Pasta with Beef, Spinach & Italian Sausage is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich flavors and creamy textures for an unforgettable meal. This satisfying dish features tender cheese-filled tortellini enveloped in a luscious sauce made with ground beef, perfectly complemented by the nutritional benefits of spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown ground beef, breaking apart until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened. Stir in spinach and cook briefly.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter, then whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk and chicken broth, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Lower heat; stir in heavy cream, cheeses, spices, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine cooked tortellini and meat mixture into the sauce; mix gently until well-coated.
- Serve hot with additional cheese or herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg