Welcome to a culinary adventure that combines the best of both worlds—pizza and tortellini! This Hearty Meat Lovers Pizza Tortellini is not just a meal; it’s an experience. It will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Scale
12 oz tortellini pasta
1/2 lb Italian ground sausage
1/2 medium yellow onion (diced)
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cooked (chopped bacon)
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Sliced pepperoni (as desired)
24 oz pizza sauce
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Tortellini:
Boil the tortellini in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Meats:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground sausage and ground beef. Cook, breaking apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for another minute.
3️⃣ Add the Sauce and Bacon:
Stir in the pizza sauce and cooked bacon. Simmer for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
4️⃣ Combine with Tortellini:
Add the cooked tortellini to the meat sauce and toss to coat evenly.
5️⃣ Assemble and Bake:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the tortellini mixture to a baking dish.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top and layer with sliced pepperoni.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6️⃣ Serve:
Serve hot and enjoy this hearty, pizza-inspired pasta dish!