How to Make Cheesy Italian Tortellini - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something incredibly comforting about a warm, cheesy pasta dish, and that's exactly what you get with this recipe for Cheesy Italian Tortellini. Packed with delicious flavors and filled with gooey, melted cheese, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for a special occasion, this recipe has got you covered.

This Italian-inspired dish combines tender tortellini pasta with a rich and cr...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound ground beef
  • ½ pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
  • 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 hrs 25 mins
  • Total Time: 7 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and Italian sausage in the hot skillet until crumbly and browned, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine ground meats, marinara sauce, tomatoes, and mushrooms in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours.
  • Stir tortellini into marinara meat sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Cheddar cheese. Cover and cook on Low until tortellini is tender, about 15 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    468 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 82mg
    • Sodium: 1186mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 280mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 531mg