Crockpot Cheesesteak Tortellini (Printable Version)

Tender beef, sautéed vegetables, and creamy cheese blend with tortellini for a rich, slow-cooked meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meat

01 - 1.5 pounds shaved beef steak (ribeye, sirloin, or ground beef)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 large onion, sliced
03 - 2 bell peppers, sliced (green or mixed colors)
04 - 8 ounces sliced mushrooms (optional)

→ Liquids

05 - 3 cups beef broth

→ Dairy

06 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
07 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese or provolone

→ Pasta

08 - 20 ounces fresh or frozen cheese tortellini

→ Spices

09 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
11 - 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
12 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

13 - Fresh parsley (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the shaved or ground beef until lightly browned. Drain excess fat.
02 - Add beef, sliced onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, beef broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper into the slow cooker. Stir to evenly combine.
03 - Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until beef and vegetables are tender.
04 - Stir in softened cream cheese until melted and smooth, then fold in shredded mozzarella or provolone until fully combined.
05 - During the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking, stir in tortellini and cook until tender but firm.
06 - Optionally top with extra cheese and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.