Beef & Parmesan Tortellini in Creamy Sauce

Ingredients:

8 oz of beef chuck, cubed
12 oz of cheese tortellini, cooked according to package instructions
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1/2 cup of diced onion
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon of dried basil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 cup of heavy cream
1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Directions:

Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add onion and garlic, cooking until onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Simmer with Cream: Return the beef to the skillet. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in dried basil and half of the grated Parmesan, simmering until the sauce thickens slightly, about 4-5 minutes.
Combine with Tortellini: Toss the cooked tortellini into the skillet, mixing thoroughly to coat with the creamy sauce. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Serve Garnished: Serve the tortellini and beef hot, sprinkled with remaining Parmesan and fresh parsley.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Kcal: 600 kcal | Servings: 4 servings