One of my fave recipes to make on busy days! Comes together quick and tastes great!
This recipe is a simple and comforting dish perfect for a busy weeknight. The slow cooker does all the work, leaving you with a delicious and hearty meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Refrigerated cheese tortellini | 1 package (20 oz) |
| Ground beef or Italian sausage | 1 lb |
| Marinara sauce | 1 jar (24 oz) |
| Diced tomatoes | 1 can (15 oz), drained |
| Mozzarella cheese, shredded | 2 cups |
| Parmesan cheese, shredded | 1 cup |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Onion powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | To taste |
| Pepper | To taste |
| Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional) | For garnish |
Instructions:
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Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or Italian sausage until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
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Combine ingredients: In your slow cooker, add the cooked meat, marinara sauce, and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.
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Add tortellini: Add the cheese tortellini to the slow cooker and stir gently to coat the tortellini with the sauce mixture.
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Season: Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the top, then pour in the heavy cream. Mix everything gently.
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Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
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Add cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top. Cover again and let the cheese melt into gooey perfection.
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Serve: Once everything is hot and bubbly, give it a final stir. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Enjoy this easy and flavorful Slow Cooker Cheesy Tortellini!
