Description

This indulgent Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce brings together the flavors of a classic Philly cheesesteak and creamy cheese tortellini, all enveloped in a luscious, melty provolone cheese sauce. With tender cheese-filled pasta, savory ground beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and a velvety sauce, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing one-pan dinner perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

1 package cheese tortellini (20 oz)

Meat & Vegetables

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced

Pantry Staples & Seasonings

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Creamy Provolone Sauce

2 cups provolone cheese, shredded
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

Cook the Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Once they are al dente, drain and set aside while you prepare the sauce and fillings.
Brown the Beef and Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, diced onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, breaking up the beef as it cooks, until the meat is no longer pink and the vegetables are soft and aromatic.
Season: Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes over the mixture. Stir well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
Make the Provolone Sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low. Pour in the heavy cream, shredded provolone cheese, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir continuously, melting the cheese into the sauce, until it becomes smooth, creamy, and thickens slightly—about 5-7 minutes.
Combine Everything: Add the cooked tortellini into the skillet with the cheesesteak mixture and sauce. Gently toss everything together until the tortellini are well coated and everything is evenly distributed.
Serve: Spoon the cheesy, saucy tortellini onto plates and serve immediately while warm. Enjoy your hearty, cheesesteak-inspired pasta dinner!

Notes

For more authenticity, use shaved steak in place of ground beef.
Add sautéed mushrooms for extra umami flavor.
Use mozzarella or a mix of provolone and mozzarella if desired.
Leftovers reheat well in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of milk or broth.
If you like heat, don’t skip the red pepper flakes!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main-course
Method: One Pot & One Pan
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Calories: 610
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 31g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: cheesesteak tortellini, provolone cheese sauce, cheesesteak pasta, one pan dinner, Philly cheesesteak inspired, comfort food