Description
A fusion of classic Philly cheesesteak flavors with comforting tortellini, all coated in a creamy provolone sauce. This indulgent dish is perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings while adding a gourmet touch to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- Beef: 1 lb sirloin, ribeye, or flank steak, thinly sliced
- Tortellini: 12 oz cheese-filled or meat-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- Provolone Sauce:
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- ½ cup beef broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano (optional)
- Optional Additions:
- ½ cup bell peppers, sliced
- ½ cup onions, sliced
- ¼ cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef:
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add butter.
- Cook the thinly sliced beef until browned and caramelized. Set aside.
- Cook the Tortellini:
- Boil tortellini according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve ¼ cup pasta water before draining.
- Make the Provolone Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and beef broth, bringing it to a simmer.
- Gradually add provolone cheese, stirring continuously until smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine Everything:
- Toss cooked tortellini and beef into the sauce, stirring until well coated.
- Add optional veggies if using and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Garnish with extra cheese or fresh parsley and serve immediately.
- Use leaner cuts of beef for a lighter version.
- Adjust sauce consistency with additional milk or broth if needed.
- Make ahead: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Use leaner cuts of beef for a lighter version.
- Adjust sauce consistency with additional milk or broth if needed.
- Make ahead: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500-600 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg