Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce

Here’s a recipe for Cheesesteak Tortellini in a Rich Provolone Sauce:

Ingredients:

For the Cheesesteak:

• 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for cooking

For the Tortellini:

• 1 pound cheese tortellini
• Water for boiling
• Salt for boiling

For the Provolone Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cheesesteak:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add thinly sliced beef sirloin to the skillet and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add sliced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender and the beef is cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

2. Cook the Tortellini:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the cheese tortellini to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. Make the Provolone Sauce:

1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Stir in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
4. Cook the sauce until it thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded provolone cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Combine:

1. Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the cheesesteak and vegetables.
2. Pour the rich provolone sauce over the tortellini and cheesesteak mixture.
3. Gently toss everything together until well combined and heated through.

5. Serve:

1. Serve the Cheesesteak Tortellini in Rich Provolone Sauce hot, garnished with additional shredded provolone cheese if desired.
2. Enjoy your delicious meal!

Feel free to adjust the seasoning and ingredients according to your taste preferences. Enjoy your homemade Cheesesteak Tortellini!