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Creamy garlic butter tortellini with Italian sausage, wilted spinach, and Parmesan cheese in a deep skillet.

Creamy Garlic Butter Beef Tortellini with Italian Sausage & Spinach

This creamy garlic butter beef tortellini with Italian sausage and spinach is a hearty, comforting dish that comes together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 685
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage casings removed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Pot

Method
 

  1. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook until browned and fully cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Let simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Add spinach and Italian seasoning, stirring until the spinach wilts.
  6. Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream. You can also add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.