Description

A creamy, cheesy twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak, this Philly Cheesesteak Tortellini Pasta combines tender beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and cheesy tortellini in a rich, flavorful sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Pasta

1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
Salt for boiling water

For the Philly Cheesesteak Mixture

1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ lb thinly sliced beef (sirloin or ribeye)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: sliced mushrooms

For the Creamy Sauce

1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
¾ cup beef broth
1 cup shredded provolone
½ cup grated Parmesan
Optional: dash of Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

Boil pasta: Cook tortellini according to package directions in salted water. Reserve ½ cup pasta water. Drain and set aside.
Sauté vegetables: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook 5–7 minutes. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
Cook beef: Move veggies to the side and add sliced beef. Season with salt and pepper. Cook 2–3 minutes or until browned. Combine and remove mixture from pan.
Make sauce: Melt butter in the skillet. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly whisk in cream and broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
Add cheese: Stir in provolone and Parmesan until melted. Add reserved pasta water to thin, if needed.
Combine: Add tortellini and beef mixture to the sauce. Toss to coat. Heat through and serve warm.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Warm gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk or broth to loosen the sauce.
Variations: Add mushrooms, spinach, bacon, or use chicken or tofu instead of beef.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner, Pasta, Main Cours
Method: Stovetop, One-Pot
Cuisine: American, Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 65mg

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