Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Golden Cheese Steak Tortellini Casserole, a delightful dish that transforms your dinner into a special occasion. This creamy and cheesy casserole features tender steak and flavorful cheese tortellini enveloped in a rich golden sauce that’s sure to please everyone at your table. Perfect for quick weeknight meals or casual gatherings with friends and family, this recipe promises to impress with its layers of savory flavors and bubbly mozzarella topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak (or steak tips), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season steak with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and cook garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour to create a roux and gradually whisk in milk and beef broth. Add cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, and paprika until melted.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions but slightly undercook them. Drain and toss with olive oil.
- Grease a baking dish and combine tortellini, steak, and cheese sauce. Top with mozzarella.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 80mg