Kurpuis Family Recipes

Beef & Parmesan Tortellini

Ingredients

  1. 8 oz of steak of choice, sliced
  2. 12 oz of cheese tortellini, cooked according to package instructions
  3. 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  4. 1/2 cup of diced onion
  5. 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  6. 1 teaspoon of dried basil
  7. Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  8. 1/2 cup of milk + 1/2 cup of heavy cream
  9. 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  10. Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Directions

  1. Brown the Steak: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the steak slices and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the steak is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  3. Simmer with Milk and Cream: Return the browned steak to the skillet. Pour in the mixture of milk and heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the dried basil and half of the grated Parmesan, simmering until the sauce thickens slightly, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Combine with Tortellini: Toss the cooked tortellini into the skillet, mixing thoroughly to coat each piece with the sauce. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve Garnished: Serve the tortellini and beef hot, sprinkled with the remaining Parmesan and fresh parsley.

Equipment

  1. Large skillet
  2. Cooking spoon
  3. Knife
  4. Cutting board
  5. Measuring cups and spoons

Tips

  1. Choosing the Beef: Opt for your favorite cut of steak. Make sure to slice the steak into even pieces to ensure uniform cooking.
  2. Cooking the Tortellini: Be sure to cook the tortellini just until al dente, as it will continue to cook slightly when tossed in the sauce. Overcooking can make the tortellini too soft.
  3. Sauce Consistency: If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can let it simmer a bit longer or add a little extra Parmesan to help it thicken.

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