Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Meat Lovers Pizza Tortellini recipe. Cheesy tortellini is combined with savory Italian sausage, pepperoni, and bacon, all simmered in a rich pizza sauce. Topped with a gooey layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, this skillet dish is a meat lover’s dream come true.

Ingredients

Cheese Tortellini:

1 pound cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen

Tortellini Sauce:

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound ground Italian sausage
1/2 cup diced pepperoni
1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups pizza sauce or marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the Tortellini: Boil tortellini in salted water, then drain and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce: Brown sausage in olive oil, add pepperoni, bacon, garlic, sauce, seasonings, and simmer.
Combine: Toss cooked tortellini in the sauce, top with cheeses, cover, and melt.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

You can substitute tortellini with ravioli or penne pasta.
For extra flavor, top with black olives, green peppers, or mushrooms.
Make it spicier by using hot Italian sausage instead of mild.