Slow Cooker Cheesy Tortellini
A creamy and savory dish featuring tender cheese tortellini and a luscious blend of cheeses, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 255 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the marinara sauce, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in your slow cooker.
- Stir well to ensure an even blend of flavors, creating a smooth sauce.
- Add the cheese tortellini, folding them into the sauce to coat each piece.
- Cover the slow cooker and let it cook on low heat for 240 minutes or until the tortellini is tender.
- Add the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- Stir until the cheese melts into a luscious creaminess that envelops the pasta.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Use high-quality marinara sauce for the best flavor. If using frozen tortellini, no need to thaw.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Find it online: https://yummyfirst.com/cheesy-tortellini-slow-cooker/