Description
This Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini is a comforting and easy slow-cooker meal that combines the flavors of classic cheesesteak with cheesy tortellini. Ground beef, bell peppers, and onions simmer with creamy mushroom soup and beef broth, then cooked tortellini and melted provolone cheese are added towards the end for a rich, hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (20 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cups shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese (or a mix)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup beef broth
Seasonings & Garnish
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- Optional red pepper flakes or hot sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat to prevent greasiness.
- Prepare Vegetables: Slice the onion and all bell peppers into moderately thick slices to maintain texture during slow cooking.
- Layer Ingredients in Crock Pot: In the Crock Pot, layer the cooked ground beef, sliced onions, and bell peppers. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper evenly over the mixture.
- Add Liquids: Pour the cream of mushroom soup and beef broth over the layered ingredients without stirring, allowing flavors to meld as it cooks.
- Slow Cook: Cover the Crock Pot and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours until vegetables are tender and flavors are well blended.
- Add Tortellini: About 30 minutes before cooking is complete, add the refrigerated cheese tortellini. Stir gently to combine and re-cover to allow tortellini to cook through.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese over the mixture, cover again, and allow the cheese to melt for about 10 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Gently stir everything together, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot. Optionally, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to taste for a spicy kick.
Notes
- Using moderately thick slices of vegetables helps them retain texture after slow cooking.
- Draining excess fat after browning beef keeps the dish from becoming greasy.
- Add tortellini near the end of cooking to prevent overcooking and mushiness.
- Feel free to substitute provolone with mozzarella or a mix for creamier texture.
- Optional red pepper flakes or hot sauce can be added to enhance heat according to preference.
- Garnish with fresh parsley to add freshness and color to the dish.
