Description
A delightful recipe that combines cheesy tortellini with bold taco-inspired flavors, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water for 3-5 minutes until they float and are tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the ground meat, breaking it apart with a spatula. Sauté until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Combine cooked tortellini with the meat mixture, mixing gently to ensure all pasta is coated.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
Notes
Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite toppings or variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: taco tortellini, family dinner, comfort food, easy recipe, one-pot meal