## A Journey Into Cheesy Delight: Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce
Sink your teeth into the savory splendor of our Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce. Ideal for a heartening family dinner or when your tastebuds yearn for comfort food with a unique touch.
**Serving: 4
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes**
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## Elevate Your Culinary Game With This Recipe
Most of us relish a juicy cheesesteak. Now, imagine combining that tender, seasoned beef with cheese-filled tortellini tossed in a creamy provolone sauce. It’s essentially your beloved cheesesteak leveled up and twisted into a pasta delight that’s both familiar and refreshingly new.
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## Crafting the Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce
**Essential Elements:**
– **Cheesesteak Tortellini**
– 1 package (10 oz) cheese tortellini
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 pound thinly sliced beef (ribeye or sirloin), cut into strips
– 1 green bell pepper, sliced
– 1 onion, sliced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– **Provolone Sauce**
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 cups milk
– 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnishing)
***Food For Thought***
**Bringing It All Together**
1. **Cook Your Tortellini:** Follow the package instructions to cook your tortellini. Drain well before setting aside.
2. **Get the Cheesesteak Ready:** Turn up the heat on a large skillet and drizzle in the olive oil. Once hot, sauté your thinly sliced beef strips until they turn a delightful brown. Remove these from the skillet and put it aside.
3. **It’s Veggie Time:** Utilizing the same skillet, it’s time for the green bell pepper, onion, and garlic to sizzle away until they soften. Bring back the browned beef into the skillet and stir well. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside for now.
4. **The Star of the Show – Provolone Sauce:** Over medium heat, melt butter in a small saucepan. Next, mix in flour until it’s fully combined. Cook this for 1 minute before gradually whisking in the milk. Keep stirring until the mixture takes on a thicker consistency. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded provolone cheese until it’s completely melted into a smooth sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
5. **Time for Some Fusion:** Mix the cooked tortellini and the cheesesteak mixture together. Gently pour your freshly made provolone sauce over the top, tossing gently to coat every tortellini. Garnish it all off with some fresh parsley.
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## Ideal Way to Serve Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce
This sumptuous cheesy dish is a pasta masterpiece that’s best enjoyed fresh and hot. Serve it alongside fresh garlic bread or a crisp, green salad for a completely satisfying meal.
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## Storage Tips for Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce
If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’ll stay good for 2-3 days. Pop them in the microwave or gently warm them on a stovetop when you’re ready for round two of cheesy indulgence!
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## Tips to Perfect Your Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce
1. Opt for quality cheese tortellinis to make the dish even more mouthwatering.
2. Cook your beef to the point where it’s seared slightly on the edges for added flavor.
3. The provolone sauce must be creamy and smooth, free from lumps. Warm the milk before adding it helps prevent any lump formation.
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## Twist in the Tale: A Variation of Cheesesteak Tortellini in Provolone Sauce
If you’d like to turn up the heat a notch, you can add a dash of red chili flakes to the beef while sautéing. Want a vegetarian spin? Replace the beef with meaty mushrooms.
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##Queries Possibly Popping Up
**Can Cheese Tortellini Be Replaced With Another Kind Of Pasta?**
Yes, the recipe can be adapted to use a pasta of your choice.
**Can I Use a Different Type of Cheese?**
Absolutely, you can experiment with different cheese like Gouda or Gruyere. However, the distinct flavor of Provolone makes it special.
**What If I Don’t Have Fresh Garlic?**
Garlic powder can be used in place of fresh garlic. Generally, 1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder equates to one clove of fresh garlic.