Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Slow Cooker Cheesy Tortellini

This one wasn't my favorite way to prepare torellini...I think I might just stick to the old fashioned way next time!!  Kids would love this one I think...

Slow Cooker Cheesy Tortellini
Time: 8 hours

Ingredients:

  • 1lb ground sausage or beef
  • 16oz of favorite pasta red sauce 
  • 1-4.5oz can sliced mushrooms
  • 1-4.5oz can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1-9oz package cheese tortellini
  • 1 C shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 C shredded Cheddar cheese



  1. Crumble the meat into a large skillet.  Cook over medium-high heat until browned, drain.
  2. Combine the ground meat, pasta sauce, mushrooms and tomatoes in a slow cooker.  Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours.
  3. 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.


*Sides: A salad or any frozen veggie

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