Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our enticing Beef Tortellini Marinara with Green Beans, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender beef tortellini enveloped in a rich and flavorful marinara sauce, accompanied by crisp and vibrant green beans. Dive into the depths of this culinary masterpiece, where the savory beef filling of the tortellini harmonizes perfectly with the tangy acidity of the marinara. The green beans add a refreshing crunch and a pop of color, creating a visually appealing and satisfying meal. Prepare to embark on a taste adventure that will leave you craving for more.
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TORTELLINI MARINARA
"My family loves this with a loaf of crusty French bread and green beans," relates Rita Perez of Roseville, California. She sometimes warms the savory supper in the slow cooker, but you'll find that it comes together very quickly on the stovetop.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in marinara sauce, tomatoes and mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. , Drain tortellini; stir into skillet. Sprinkle with cheese. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts :
HEARTY CHEESE TORTELLINI
This is an easy, wonderful recipe that is simple enough for an everyday meal but good enough for company. It makes a large amount, so it feeds plenty of people. I serve it with steamed broccoli covered in a cheese sauce and fresh bread.-Christine Eilerts, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small skillet, cook sausage and beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the marinara sauce, tomatoes and mushrooms. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until heated through. , Prepare tortellini according to package directions; stir into meat mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
GREEN BEANS AND TORTELLINI
This is fairly easy to make despite the various steps. It is excellent served with Meatloaf or Clamloaf. My son ate all his beans, so that is as good as five stars for me ;). I used Barilla brand Spinach and Cheese dried Tortellini and followed the package instructions to cook them.
Provided by KookieMomster
Categories Beans
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring salted water to a boil in large pot.
- Wash and inspect beans.
- Heat olive oil in a heavy 10 inch frying pan. (I use cast iron.).
- Carefully immerse beans in water for no more than 2 minutes.
- Do not dump out water; scoop out beans with tongs or strainer into colander.
- Run cold water over beans in sink to stop cooking and set aside.
- Return water to boil and cook tortellini according to instructions of package OR if you are making fresh tortellini from a recipe, save this step till after beans and sauce are done so that they will be hot and not over cooked.
- While waiting for tortellini to cook add onion and garlic to olive oil, brown slightly and add beans.
- Stir frequently; if they need more oil add some of the butter now.
- When beans begin to sizzle remove them, leaving most of the onions and garlic behind, with tongs to covered bowl and keep warm.
- Be sure to keep an eye on the tortellini and stir them.
- Add the rest of the butter to pan and stir.
- Stir in half of the milk lower the heat to medium.
- Mix the rest of the milk with corn starch in a cup or jar and set aside for a moment.
- Stir half of the cheese, and all of the pepper, and Mrs. Dash into pan with a whisk.
- Stir in the rest of the milk mixture and stir until thickened.
- Set heat to low and gradually stir in the rest of the cheese until melted. (Now cook pasta if using fresh ones).
- Add a little, less that 1/4 cup, of the cooking water from the pasta to the sauce and stir.
- Pour sauce into serving container, cover and set aside.
- In a large serving bowl mix cooked Tortellini and beans, serve immediately with sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.5, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 34.9, Sodium 301.6, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.2, Protein 10.4
CHEESY ITALIAN TORTELLINI
This easy cheesy slow cooker dish is my family's favorite. Make it once and I bet you'll make it once a month from now on.
Provided by TRACY STALLARD
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 8h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Crumble the ground beef and Italian sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until browned. Drain.
- Combine the ground meats, marinara sauce, mushrooms, and tomatoes in a slow cooker. Cover, and cook on LOW heat for 7 to 8 hours.
- Stir in the tortellini, and sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and cook for 15 more minutes on LOW, or until the tortellini is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1185.6 mg, Sugar 10.3 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients, such as fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and a robust marinara sauce.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the beef and vegetables. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- If you don't have any fresh green beans, you can use frozen or canned green beans instead.
- If you don't have any tortellini, you can use another type of pasta, such as penne or macaroni.
- Serve the beef tortellini marinara with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
Conclusion:
This beef tortellini marinara with green beans is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this recipe a try.
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