Cheesy Italian Tortellini

Cheesy Italian Tortellini

 "This easy cheesy slow cooker dish is my family's favorite. Make it once and I bet you'll make it once a  month from now on."

 Ingredients 
Original recipe makes 6 servings

•  1/2 pound ground beef 
•  1/2 pound Italian sausage, casings removed 
•  1 (16 ounce) jar marinara sauce
•  1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
•  1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained 
•  1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini
•  1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 
•  1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

 Directions

1. Crumble the ground beef and Italian sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until browned. Drain.
2. Combine the ground meats, marinara sauce, mushrooms, and tomatoes in a slow cooker. Cover, and cook on LOW heat for 7 to 8 hours. 
3. Stir in the tortellini, and sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and cook for 15 more minutes on LOW, or until the tortellini is tender.