Meat Lovers Pizza Tortellini
A cheesy, meaty dish that combines the flavors of pizza with the comfort of pasta, featuring tortellini, savory meats, and gooey cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces tortellini pasta
- ½ pound Italian ground sausage
- ½ medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste sliced pepperoni
- 24 ounces pizza sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté onions in olive oil until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add ground beef and sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, for about 7-8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Season the mixture with Italian seasoning and stir to combine.
- Drain any excess grease from the meat and return it to the skillet.
- Stir in the pizza sauce and cooked tortellini, mixing everything well. Bring to a simmer.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni. Cover the skillet, turn off the heat, and let the steam melt the cheese for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
To serve, scoop generous portions onto plates and pair with a side salad or garlic bread. For a nice touch, consider adding a sprinkle of fresh basil or oregano on top.