Cheesy Italian Tortellini

Health score
9%
Cheesy Italian Tortellini
510 min.
6
499kcal

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Cheesy Italian Tortellini: A Heartwarming Dish for Any Occasion!

Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of our Cheesy Italian Tortellini, a versatile meal that can serve as a side dish, lunch, main course, or even a hearty dinner. This delectable recipe, packed with the goodness of sliced mushrooms, ground beef, Italian sausage, and a blend of mouth-watering cheeses, is sure to impress your family and friends. With a caloric breakdown of 499 kcal per serving, it offers a balanced mix of protein, fat, and carbs to keep you satisfied.

Preparing this delightful dish is simple and straightforward, requiring just 510 minutes from start to finish. Serving six persons, it's perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. The recipe calls for a variety of ingredients you likely already have in your pantry, including 16 ounces of marinara sauce, a 9-ounce package of refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini, and a combination of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.

To create this sumptuous meal, you'll need just two essential pieces of equipment: a frying pan and a slow cooker. The cooking process is designed to bring out the best in the ingredients, allowing the flavors to meld together over 7 to 8 hours on low heat. The result? A heavenly blend of ingredients that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, the Cheesy Italian Tortellini is an easy-to-follow recipe that promises great results. So, why not give it a try and experience the warmth and comfort of this Italian-inspired dish? Your taste buds, and your loved ones, will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 4.5 ounce mushrooms sliced canned
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes diced italian-style undrained canned
  • 0.5 pound ground beef 
  • 0.5 pound ground sausage italian
  • 16 ounce tomatoes 
  • ounce cheese tortellini fresh refrigerated
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Crumble the ground beef and Italian sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until browned.
  2. Drain.
  3. Combine the ground meats, marinara sauce, mushrooms, and tomatoes in a slow cooker. Cover, and cook on LOW heat for 7 to 8 hours.
  4. Stir in the tortellini, and sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and cook for 15 more minutes on LOW, or until the tortellini is tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories499kcal
Protein21.48%
Fat55.15%
Carbs23.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.83
Glycemic Load
11.36
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.171304500621%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:498.85kcal
24.94%
Fat:30.87g
47.49%
Saturated Fat:12.68g
79.25%
Carbohydrates:29.43g
9.81%
Net Carbohydrates:24.87g
9.04%
Sugar:7.62g
8.46%
Cholesterol:95.89mg
31.96%
Sodium:1203.96mg
52.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.06g
54.12%
Selenium:22.62µg
32.31%
Vitamin B12:1.68µg
27.97%
Phosphorus:278.97mg
27.9%
Calcium:270.84mg
27.08%
Zinc:3.65mg
24.34%
Vitamin B3:4.78mg
23.88%
Iron:4.15mg
23.03%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
21.94%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
21.79%
Potassium:671.82mg
19.19%
Fiber:4.56g
18.25%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.83%
Copper:0.32mg
16.04%
Vitamin C:12.35mg
14.97%
Vitamin E:2.21mg
14.72%
Vitamin A:695.18IU
13.9%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.84%
Magnesium:46.22mg
11.56%
Vitamin B5:1.04mg
10.44%
Folate:27.22µg
6.8%
Vitamin K:7.08µg
6.75%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.41%
Source:Allrecipes