Slow-Cooker Cheesy Italian Tortellini

Servings: 4

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 7-8 hours

You will need

½ lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef

½ lb bulk Italian sausage

1 container (15 oz) refrigerated marinara sauce

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with Italian herbs, undrained

1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or pizza cheese blend (4 oz)

Method

1. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.
2. Spray inside of 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Mix beef mixture, marinara sauce, mushrooms and tomatoes in cooker.
3. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
4. Stir in tortellini; sprinkle with cheese. Cover; cook on Low heat setting about 15 minutes longer or until tortellini are tender.

Source: http://www.bettycrocker.com/

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