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Meat Lovers Pizza Tortellini

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

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

Units Scale

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

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook tortellini: Cook the tortellini according to package instructions and drain.
  3. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooked tortellini, crumbled Italian sausage, bacon, pepperoni, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
  4. 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.
  5. 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