Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Tortellini (Print-Friendly Version)
Rich beef, cheese tortellini, enchilada sauce, and cheddar unite for a family-friendly, oven-baked comfort dish.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
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450 g ground beef
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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425 g canned black beans, drained and rinsed
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284 g canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
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1 tablespoon taco seasoning
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255 g cheese tortellini
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200 g shredded cheddar cheese
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240 ml enchilada sauce
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120 ml sour cream
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15 g fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Olive oil, for cooking
# How to Prepare:
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Heat 15 ml olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
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Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
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Add ground beef to the skillet. Break up with a spatula and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Stir in black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning. Mix thoroughly and let simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually 3-5 minutes until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
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Preheat oven to 175°C.
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In a large mixing bowl, gently fold together cooked tortellini with the beef filling until evenly coated.
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Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 22 x 33 cm baking dish. Evenly transfer tortellini and beef mixture into the dish.
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Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the mixture. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
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Place dish in preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
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Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.
# Extra Tips:
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Add jalapeños or choose spicy taco seasoning for a bolder flavor.
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Prepare up to one day in advance and refrigerate before baking for convenience.