Description
Philly-inspired flavors dance through this cheesesteak tortellini, blending hearty steak strips with creamy provolone sauce. Pasta lovers will savor each bite of this comforting meal that brings classic sandwich ingredients into an irresistible Italian-American fusion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 0.5 pounds (1/2 lb) beef, thinly sliced
Vegetables:
- 0.5 cups (1/2 cup) onion, sliced
- 0.5 cups (1/2 cup) green bell pepper, sliced
Pasta and Dairy:
- 2 cups tortellini, cooked
- 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups (1/2 cup) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high temperature, sautéing thinly sliced beef, diced onions, and julienned bell peppers until meat is perfectly browned and vegetables are translucent, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in heavy cream, gradually whisking in shredded provolone cheese until the sauce transforms into a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Introduce pre-cooked tortellini into the creamy provolone mixture, gently folding to ensure each pasta pocket is lavishly coated with the rich, savory sauce.
- Allow the tortellini to simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes, enabling the flavors to meld and the pasta to absorb the decadent provolone cream.
- Remove from heat and let the dish rest for a moment, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken and intensify its robust flavor profile before serving hot.
Notes
- Choose lean beef cuts like sirloin or strip steak for a more tender and flavorful cheesesteak experience.
- Slice vegetables thinly and uniformly to ensure even cooking and balanced texture in every bite.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or whole milk instead of heavy cream, which reduces overall calorie content.
- Vegetarian option: Replace beef with portobello mushrooms or plant-based meat alternatives to maintain the rich, savory profile of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 865 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 65 g
- Saturated Fat: 27 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 32 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg