Description
Rich provolone sauce elevates classic Philly cheesesteak flavors in this tortellini masterpiece. Pasta lovers will savor complex layers of beef, peppers, and melted cheese coating tender tortellini.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) cheese tortellini
- 1 lb (454 g) thinly sliced steak (ribeye or sirloin)
- 2 cups (240 g) shredded provolone cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) beef broth
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil tortellini in salted water for 6-7 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve.
- Sear beef slices in hot olive oil over high heat for 2-3 minutes until caramelized and golden brown, then transfer to a plate.
- Lower skillet temperature to medium and sauté sliced onions and bell peppers until edges turn translucent and slightly charred, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the vegetable mixture, stirring continuously for 30-45 seconds to release aromatic flavors without burning.
- Pour heavy cream, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce into the skillet, creating a rich liquid base that will transform into a creamy sauce.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk provolone cheese into the simmering liquid, ensuring smooth integration without lumps.
- Season the developing sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Reintroduce seared beef slices and cooked tortellini into the provolone sauce, gently folding to ensure complete coating.
- Warm the entire mixture for 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and ingredients to reach optimal serving temperature.
- Plate immediately and serve hot, presenting a luxurious blend of tender beef, cheesy sauce, and perfectly cooked tortellini.
Notes
- Optimize tortellini cooking by salting water generously for enhanced flavor and ensuring al dente texture.
- Select ribeye or sirloin cuts for tender, juicy steak that melts in your mouth with rich marbling.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting regular tortellini with alternative wheat-free pasta options and checking sauce ingredients for gluten content.
- Control sauce consistency by adjusting cream and broth quantities; add more liquid if too thick or simmer longer for richer, more concentrated flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 767 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 52 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg