Description

If you’re looking for a satisfying dinner packed with flavor, this Savory Garlic Butter Beef and Spinach Tortellini is just what your weeknight meal plan needs. Picture tender cheese tortellini tossed in a garlicky butter sauce, coated with juicy, seasoned ground beef and wilted baby spinach — every bite bursts with comfort and richness. This quick dinner idea is ready in 30 minutes, perfect for easy dinner nights, comfort food cravings, or when you need cozy but healthy food ideas fast.

Ingredients

20 oz cheese tortellini

1 lb ground beef

4 tbsp unsalted butter

4 garlic cloves, minced

3 cups baby spinach

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions, about 3-4 minutes if fresh. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with salt and pepper until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease and transfer beef to a bowl.

3. In the same skillet, melt the butter and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Return the beef to the pan, add the cooked tortellini, and toss in the baby spinach. Stir until spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.

5. Add grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir everything to coat evenly in the buttery garlic sauce. Serve warm.

Notes

For a creamier texture, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream at the end.

You can swap beef for ground turkey or Italian sausage.

Frozen tortellini works well too — just boil it before combining.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 625
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 49g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 105mg

Keywords: tortellini dinner, beef pasta, garlic butter, quick meal, weeknight recipe