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Taco Tortellini Skillet

October 24, 2022


-1 lb ground beef
-8 oz cheese tortellini
-1/2 cup corn
-15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
-1/2 yellow onion, diced
-1 tsp minced garlic
-1 pkt taco seasoning
-1/2 cup water
-10 oz can red enchilada sauce
-1 cup cheese of your choice
-1 can of rotel
-optional: cilantro, jalapeños, chopped green onion, tortilla strips


  1. Cook tortellini according to packaging. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large, oven safe skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil over medium high heat.
  3. Add garlic and onion. Cook 2-3 min.
  4. Add ground beef. Cook until browned
  5. Add taco seasoning and water. Combine.
  6. Add black beans and corn. Combine.
  7. Add enchilada sauce and rotel. Combine.
  8. Stir in cooked tortellini. Top with cheese.
  9. Broil in oven 2-3 min until cheese is bubbling.
  10. Serve with your choice of toppings.

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About Lauren

Welcome! My name is Lauren Toppe Thomas. I have lived in The Woodlands, Tx for over 20 years. I have been married to my husband, Isaac, since 2016. We have two beautiful babies. My son, Cooper, is 4 and daughter, Collins is 1.

Cooper was conceived through IVF and Collins is our miracle baby! I am a huge advocate for fertility education and treatment.

I attended Texas A&M University, Gig ‘Em! And graduated in 2013. I work full time in Medical Device Sales.

My greatest passion is food! I love cooking, exploring new restaurants in Houston, and trying lots of different cuisines. I went alcohol free in October of 2023 and have found a new passion for discovering and sharing non alcoholic beverage alternatives and mocktail recipes.

Come along with me for easy recipes, delicious mocktails and everyday lifestyle chats!

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