This hearty and comforting dish combines the classic flavors of pizza with the convenience of tortellini. It’s a perfect weeknight meal that satisfies even the heartiest appetites.
Hearty Meat Lovers Pizza Tortellini
Ingredients:
Tortellini:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tortellini pasta | 12 ounces |
Meat Mixture:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Italian ground sausage | ½ pound |
| Yellow onion, diced | ½ medium |
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Olive oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Minced garlic | 1 tablespoon |
| Italian seasoning | 1 teaspoon |
Toppings:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Mozzarella cheese | 2 cups |
| Cooked chopped bacon | ½ cup |
| Sliced pepperoni | As desired |
| Pizza sauce | 24 ounces |
Instructions:
- Cook the Tortellini:
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Meat Mixture:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the onion until softened.
- Add ground beef and Italian sausage, cook until browned.
- Add garlic and Italian seasoning, cook for 1 minute.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Drain excess grease from the skillet.
- Add cooked bacon to the meat mixture.
- Pour in pizza sauce and add cooked tortellini.
- Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Finish and Serve:
- Top with mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni.
- Cover the skillet, turn off heat, and let sit until cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately.