- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional, for added nutrition)
Preparation
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Brown the Beef
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