Bacon Cheeseburger Tortellini Recipe: A Comforting & Cheesy Delight 🍔🧀🍝

Bacon Cheeseburger Tortellini combines the flavors of a juicy bacon cheeseburger with the comforting texture of tender tortellini. This one-pan meal is packed with ground beef, crispy bacon, cheese, and a creamy sauce, making it the ultimate weeknight dinner!

Cooking Time ⏳

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4

My Cooking Experience 👩‍🍳

With over 4 years of cooking experience, I’ve mastered this dish to balance creamy, cheesy, and smoky flavors perfectly. It’s a meal that’s always a hit with family and friends!

Ingredients 🛒

• 1 lb ground beef
• 6 slices bacon (cooked & crumbled)
• 1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions 🍽️

1. Cook the Beef & Bacon 🥓

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground beef until browned, then add chopped onion and garlic. Cook until softened. Stir in crumbled bacon.

2. Add Liquids & Seasonings 🥣

Pour in beef broth, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

3. Cook the Tortellini 🍝

Add the cheese tortellini to the skillet, cover, and let it cook for about 5 minutes until tender.

4. Melt Cheese & Serve 🧀

Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and let it melt into a creamy sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot!

Variations 🔄

• Spicy Kick: Add crushed red pepper flakes or jalapeños.
• Different Cheese: Swap cheddar for gouda or Monterey Jack.
• Healthier Option: Use ground turkey instead of beef.

Equipment You’ll Need 🔪

• Large skillet
• Wooden spoon
• Measuring cups
• Knife & cutting board

Why You’ll Love It ❤️

• Cheesy & Creamy: The sauce is rich and indulgent.
• One-Pan Meal: Easy cleanup and quick cooking time.
• Family Favorite: Perfect for busy weeknights!

Nutritional Information 📊

• Calories: ~580 per serving
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fat: 32g
• Fiber: 2g

Conclusion 🏁

This Bacon Cheeseburger Tortellini is a creamy, cheesy, and smoky dish that brings comfort to every bite. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a meal that satisfies everyone, this recipe is a must-try! 🍔🧀🍝

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bacon cheeseburger tortellini

Bacon Cheeseburger Tortellini combines the flavors of a juicy bacon cheeseburger with the comforting texture of tender tortellini. This one-pan meal is packed with ground beef, crispy bacon, cheese, and a creamy sauce, making it the ultimate weeknight dinner

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: dinner

Calories: 580

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb ground beef
• 6 slices bacon cooked & crumbled
• 1 20 oz package cheese tortellini
• 1 small onion chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley for garnish

Method

 

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground beef until browned, then add chopped onion and garlic. Cook until softened. Stir in crumbled bacon.
2. Pour in beef broth, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
3. Add the cheese tortellini to the skillet, cover, and let it cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
4. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and let it melt into a creamy sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot!

Notes

• Spicy Kick: Add crushed red pepper flakes or jalapeños.
• Different Cheese: Swap cheddar for gouda or Monterey Jack.
• Healthier Option: Use ground turkey instead of beef.