Ultimate Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce
This dish is a one-way ticket to comfort food heaven tender cheese-filled tortellini, juicy shaved beef, and a rich provolone sauce that clings to every bite. Let’s dive in!
Ingredients
For the Steak & Veggies:
- 1 lb shaved beef ribeye or sirloin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- 1 small green bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 small red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
For the Provolone Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
- 1 20 oz package cheese tortellini
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Steak & Veggies:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shaved beef and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Return the beef to the skillet and stir to combine.
Make the Provolone Sauce:
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously until smooth. Let it simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in provolone, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook the Tortellini:
- Boil tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Combine Everything:
- Add the cooked tortellini to the provolone sauce, tossing until fully coated. Stir in the cheesesteak mixture and mix well.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Plate the pasta and garnish with chopped parsley. For extra cheesiness, sprinkle more provolone on top and broil for 1-2 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
- Best Steak Choice: Shaved ribeye gives the most authentic cheesesteak flavor, but sirloin or flank steak (thinly sliced) also works well.
- Shortcut Tip: If you're short on time, use store-bought Alfredo sauce and mix in provolone for extra cheesiness.
- Tortellini Options: Cheese tortellini works best, but you can swap it for beef or spinach tortellini for a twist.
