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image of cheese tortellini thinly sliced steak ribeye sirloin provolone cheese onion bell pepper garlic heavy cream beef broth parsley Worcestershire sauce steak seasoning arranged on a white marble kitchen counter with clear glass bowls and rustic brown wooden kitchen sets under soft diffuse daylight
C. Motter Cindy

Cheesesteak Tortellini in Provolone Cream Sauce

This glorious recipe is rich, fast, deeply satisfying, and a revelation—think of the best parts of a steak sandwich translated into a creamy, one-pot pasta dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound thinly sliced steak ideally ribeye or sirloin
  • 2 9-ounce packages refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini
  • 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1 large green or red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1 teaspoon steak seasoning like Montreal Steak Seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups beet broth low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups shredded provolone cheese sharp variety, finely diced
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • 1 dash Worcestershire sauce optional, for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • cutting board,
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Season the thinly sliced steak generously with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of steak seasoning. If the pieces are large, slightly chop them into bite-sized strips.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Working in batches if necessary, quickly sear the steak until just browned, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove the seared steak and set it aside, reserving any leftover drippings in the pan.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the same pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, scraping up any delicious browned bits from the bottom of the pan as they soften.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for just 30 seconds until fragrant. If using, add a quick dash of Worcestershire sauce here.
  5. Pour in the 2 cups of beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream. Immediately add the cheese tortellini to the simmering sauce. Cook according to package instructions until tender and floating.
  7. Once the pasta is tender, remove the skillet from the heat. Slowly stir in the shredded provolone cheese, a handful at a time, allowing each addition to melt fully before adding the next. Stir constantly until the sauce is smooth and viscous.
  8. Return the seared steak to the skillet, folding it gently into the creamy tortellini and vegetable mixture. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more salt or pepper if needed. Garnish generously with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30g

Notes

This is a comforting mash-up that solves the dinner dilemma swiftly. For a crock pot version, cook steak, onions, and peppers with broth for 3-4 hours on low, then add cream and tortellini 15 minutes before serving, then melt provolone off heat. Gluten-free option: Use certified gluten-free tortellini. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat on stovetop over low heat with added milk or broth to restore creaminess. Avoid freezing due to cream separation. Nutrition is approximate per serving.
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