Hearty pizza pasta dish (Printable Format)
Cheesy tortellini topped with four kinds of meat and pizza sauce for a quick weeknight dinner that combines two comfort food favorites.
# What You'll Gather:
→ For the Dish
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12 ounces tortellini pasta
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1/2 pound Italian ground sausage
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1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
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1 pound ground beef
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 cups mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup cooked chopped bacon
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Sliced pepperoni (as desired)
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24 ounces pizza sauce
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Boil the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the diced onions in olive oil until soft. Add ground beef and Italian sausage, cooking until browned and crumbled. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Drain excess grease and return the mixture to the skillet. Add cooked bacon.
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Pour in the pizza sauce and stir. Gently fold in the cooked tortellini. Simmer until well combined.
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Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the mixture and arrange sliced pepperoni on top. Cover, turn off the heat, and let the cheese melt.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
# Important Tips:
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For a lighter version, use lean ground beef and reduced-fat cheese.
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You can prepare the dish in advance and refrigerate it. Reheat with the cheese and pepperoni added before serving.
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To freeze, cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe container. Reheat thoroughly before serving.