Description
Indulge in the flavors of a classic meat lover’s pizza with this delicious twist on tortellini. Cheesy tortellini is combined with Italian sausage, bacon, pepperoni, and two types of cheese, all baked together for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Dish:
- 1 pound (450 g) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 pound (225 g) Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 strips)
- 1 cup pepperoni slices, halved
- 2 cups marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Garnish (Optional):
- Sliced black olives
- Diced green bell peppers
- Chopped fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook tortellini: Cook the tortellini according to package instructions and drain.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooked tortellini, crumbled Italian sausage, bacon, pepperoni, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with additional cheese if desired, and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with sliced olives, diced peppers, and fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this pizza tortellini with your favorite pizza toppings like mushrooms, onions, or jalapenos.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg