Meat Lovers Pizza Tortellini (Print Format)
Tortellini tossed with sausage, beef, bacon, pepperoni, pizza sauce, and gooey mozzarella for a crowd-pleaser.
# Ingredients:
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12 ounces tortellini pasta
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½ pound Italian ground sausage
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½ medium yellow onion, diced
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1 pound ground beef
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 cups mozzarella cheese
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½ cup cooked chopped bacon
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Sliced pepperoni
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24 ounces pizza sauce
# Steps:
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions. Strain water from pasta and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and diced onions. Sauté until onions are soft, about 3-5 minutes.
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Add ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned and no pink remains. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant. Season with Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt if needed.
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Drain grease from the skillet. Add cooked bacon to the meat mixture and stir to combine.
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Add pizza sauce and cooked tortellini to the meat mixture (reserve ½ cup of meat for garnishing). Stir to combine and bring to a simmer over low heat.
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Top with mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni. Cover with a lid and turn off the heat. Allow steam to melt the cheese.
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Serve immediately and enjoy!
# Tips:
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Allowing the steam to melt the cheese ensures a delicate, gooey topping without overcooking.