Description
Philly-inspired cheesesteak tortellini delivers comfort wrapped in creamy provolone magic. Hearty pasta twirls celebrate classic sandwich flavors, inviting you to savor each luxurious, meaty bite of culinary innovation.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) thinly sliced steak (ribeye or sirloin)
- 1 pound (454 grams) cheese-filled tortellini
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 2 cups provolone cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare tortellini according to package directions, ensuring al dente texture. Carefully drain and reserve.
- Sear thinly sliced steak in a hot skillet with olive oil, cooking until edges caramelize and meat reaches desired doneness. Transfer protein to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, reduce heat and melt butter, creating a golden base for sautéing aromatic vegetables like onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Pour heavy cream and rich beef broth into the vegetable mixture, creating a luxurious liquid foundation. Allow the sauce to gently simmer, reducing slightly and concentrating flavors.
- Gradually incorporate shredded provolone cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce transforms into a smooth, velvety consistency that clings perfectly to the ingredients.
- Reintroduce the seared steak and reserved tortellini into the creamy provolone sauce, gently folding to ensure every morsel is lavishly coated with the decadent mixture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, guaranteeing a balanced flavor profile.
- Plate immediately, serving the tortellini while the sauce remains warm and inviting, capturing the essence of a gourmet cheesesteak-inspired dish.
Notes
- Customize tortellini selection by choosing fresh or frozen cheese, meat, or spinach-filled varieties to suit different taste preferences.
- Tenderize steak by slicing against the grain and briefly marinating in soy sauce or Worcestershire for enhanced flavor and softness.
- Create a lower-fat version by substituting heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, reducing butter quantity, and using leaner beef cuts.
- Enhance meal’s nutrition by adding extra vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini during the sautéing stage for increased fiber and vitamins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 691
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 915 mg
- Fat: 43 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 106 mg