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Cheesy Italian Tortellini

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"This easy cheesy slow cooker dish is my family's favorite. Make it once and I bet you'll make it once a month from now on."
Cheesy Italian Tortellini Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 225 times with an average star rating of 4.3
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  8 Hrs 15 Min
READY IN  8 Hrs 30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

  1. Crumble the ground beef and Italian sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until browned. Drain.
  2. Combine the ground meats, marinara sauce, mushrooms, and tomatoes in a slow cooker. Cover, and cook on LOW heat for 7 to 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.

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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 31, 2007 by Chris H 
This turned out to be one of the best meals I ever made. Here are my adjustments: 1 lb ground... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 14, 2003 by RAVENMELLIE 
I made this last night for my husbnad's italian family, everyone really enjoyed it. I did... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by DeafDogLover 
The only changes made were to add some italian seasoning, a teaspoon of brown sugar, and a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 14, 2004 by DREGINEK 
I was very impressed with this dish and it exceeded the expectations I originally had of this... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 28, 2005 by JUJUJUULIE 
In a lot of the reviews i've read of this recipe,people are missing the point-Yes,this can... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 12, 2004 by JMCFADDEN 
Wonderful dinner and my in-laws even loved it!! I changed it a little as well. I used all... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 15, 2006 by MMAPLES 
I made this recipe and it was DELICIOUS!! I used 1lb. Italian Sausage (mild) and mozzerella... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 10, 2003 by SARATHERESA 
I find this to be an "average recipe" I don't see the need to leave it in a crockpot all day.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 5, 2003 by JAYCELLE 
I made this recipe twice...following the directions, I found it to be an "Average" recipe. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 14, 2004 by Sally forth 
good kid recipe all around family meal, easy and few ingredients MORE

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Nutritional Information
Cheesy Italian Tortellini

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 469

  • Total Fat: 24.2g
  • Cholesterol: 82mg
  • Sodium: 1187mg
  • Total Carbs: 35.2g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 4.1g
  • Protein: 26.9g

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