Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini
This comforting one-pot pasta brings all the bold Philly cheesesteak flavors into a creamy, gooey, slow-cooked tortellini dish that’s perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
Equipment
- 1 Slow cooker 5-6 quart
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef moderately lean
- 1 green bell pepper sliced thin
- 1 onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth low or no sodium
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 19 ounces frozen cheese tortellini thawed
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella or cheese blend
Instructions
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, then drain excess fat.
- Add green bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Transfer everything to a slow cooker. Add thawed tortellini and mix gently.
- Cook on low for 3-4 hours until tender. In last 30 minutes, stir in heavy cream and half the cheese.
- Top with remaining cheese, cover, and cook until melted. Serve hot.
Notes
For a twist, try swapping ground beef for shaved steak or garnish with red pepper flakes for a kick.