Description
A hearty and cheesy casserole combining seared steak and delicious cheese tortellini, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak or steak tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (whole milk or 2%)
- 1 cup beef broth (or vegetable stock)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tsp paprika (or smoked paprika)
- 1 package (20 oz) cheese tortellini, fresh or refrigerated
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella (for topping)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the steak pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the steak for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the steak and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the flour to make a roux and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and beef broth until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, and paprika until creamy.
- Cook the tortellini according to the package directions, but undercook slightly. Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grease a 9×13” baking dish. Combine the cooked tortellini, seared steak, and cheese sauce in the dish, mixing gently.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a side salad or steamed veggies. Ideal for leftovers, can be stored in the fridge for 3–4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheese, tortellini, casserole, beef, dinner, easy recipe