Cheesy Italian Tortellini

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Cheesy Italian Tortellini - A Hearty and Delicious Pasta Dish

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

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

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

613

Sugar

11g

Fat

36g

Cheesy Italian Tortellini is a pasta dish that is both hearty and delicious. It is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal and can be enjoyed any day of the week. This dish is filled with ground beef, Italian sausage, and a variety of vegetables, including mushrooms and diced tomatoes. It also includes refrigerated cheese tortellini, which is a great source of carbohydrates. Once the tortellini is cooked, this recipe is incredibly easy to make. Simply add the meat sauce to the tortellini, top it with cheese and heat it up in the oven or on the stove. This dish is perfect for anyone who loves meat, cheese, and pasta.

Instructions

1.	Brown the ground beef and Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.	Drain the excess fat from the skillet and add marinara sauce, mushrooms, and diced tomatoes to the skillet.
3.	Cover and reduce heat to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
4.	Cook cheese tortellini according to package directions and drain.
5.	Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the meat sauce, and stir to combine.
6.	Top with shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Cover and heat until cheese is melted.

PROS

This dish is incredibly easy to make and a great option for a quick and satisfying meal.
It is hearty and filling and perfect for a cold night.
Additionally, it is a great way to incorporate protein and vegetables into your diet.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the cheese and meat content.
It may not suitable for those with dietary restrictions or weight loss goals.
Additionally, the canned ingredients used in this recipe may contain preservatives and additives.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest meal, it is a great source of protein and includes vegetables like mushrooms and diced tomatoes. It can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. The tortellini also contains carbohydrates, which can provide energy for the body.