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Easy Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini for Cheesy Family Comfort Dinner

Cozy and creamy, Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini served in a bowl with melted cheese and pasta, styled as one of the best Easy Sunday Dinner Ideas Crock Pots.
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This Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini is a cozy slow cooker dinner with savory beef, peppers, onions, and cheesy tortellini in a creamy sauce. It tastes like a cheesesteak-inspired pasta bowl and works great for family dinners, leftovers, or easy comfort food nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 19-ounce bag frozen cheese tortellini, thawed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 8-ounce bag shredded mozzarella or provolone blend

Instructions

  1. Start by cooking the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until it is fully browned and no pink remains. Break it up into small crumbles as it cooks so the texture stays even in the finished dish. Once the beef is done, drain away any excess grease. This step gives Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini a savory base without making it too oily.
  2. Move the cooked beef into a 5 to 6 quart slow cooker. Add the sliced green bell pepper and sliced onion on top. These vegetables give Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini the familiar cheesesteak flavor and add sweetness as they soften.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture looks well blended, then pour it over the beef, peppers, and onions in the slow cooker. This broth mixture brings the savory seasoning that helps Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini taste rich and well rounded.
  4. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for about 3 hours. During this time, the vegetables will soften and the beef will absorb the flavor of the broth. That slow simmer is what gives Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini its deep, comforting flavor.
  5. Once the beef mixture has cooked, add the thawed cheese tortellini to the slow cooker. Stir gently so the pasta gets coated with the liquid and is spread evenly through the mixture. Keep the lid on and continue cooking on low for about 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until the tortellini is tender and heated through. This is the step that turns the dish into true Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini.
  6. When the tortellini is ready, pour in the heavy cream and add half of the shredded cheese. Stir carefully until the sauce becomes creamy and the cheese starts to melt into the mixture. Then sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top. This final layer helps Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini turn extra rich and cheesy.
  7. Cover the slow cooker again and let everything sit for about 5 minutes so the cheese melts fully on top. Once the cheese looks soft and gooey, scoop the Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini into bowls and serve immediately while it is hot.

Notes

  • Refrigerated tortellini also works and does not need to be thawed first.
  • If you want a little more heat, add red pepper flakes with the broth mixture.
  • You can use shaved steak instead of ground beef if you want a more classic cheesesteak texture.
  • Fresh parsley on top adds color, but it is optional.
  • Frozen peppers and onions can save time if you want an even easier version.

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