Cheesy Pizza Tortellini
A delicious one-pan dish combining the beloved flavors of pizza with cheesy tortellini, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 450 g ground beef You can use pre-cooked ground beef to save time.
- 2.5 g salt
- 2.5 g ground black pepper
- 5 g onion powder
- 5 g Italian seasoning
- 15 g minced garlic
- 680 g marinara sauce
- 540 g frozen tortellini You can use fresh tortellini; adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- 115 g cream cheese Can be substituted with ricotta cheese or a dairy-free alternative.
- 35 g mini pepperoni Add extra mini pepperoni on top if desired.
- 100 g shredded mozzarella cheese Feel free to add more cheese for extra cheesiness.
- 50 g shredded cheddar cheese You can swap for different types of cheese.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook, stirring frequently, until thoroughly browned. Season with salt, black pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Add mini pepperoni and cook until edges are lightly crisped. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in marinara sauce and add cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce is homogeneous.
- Add frozen tortellini directly to the skillet, stir to coat well, cover, and simmer over medium-low heat for approximately 5 minutes or until cooked through.
Finishing Touches
- Distribute mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the tortellini mixture.
- Broil under a hot grill for 2-3 minutes or cover and let rest on low heat until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Serve with extra toppings like Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs. Pairs well with salad or garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a bit of marinara sauce if dry.