Slow Cooker 3-Cheese Tortellini

By Susan52

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 tbs brown sugar
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1/2 tsp basil
• 1 pkg (9-10 oz) fresh cheese tortellini
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 2 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar

Preparation

Step 1

Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat; drain and add to a 4-5 quart slow cooker

Add the undrained diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, oregano and basil; stir.

Cover and cook on high 2-4 hours, low 4-6 hours.

Add the cream cheese and tortellini; stir. Cover switch the cooker to high and cook for 30 additional minutes. Stir well.

Add the remaining cheeses, stirring until all the cheese is melted and incorporated.

Serve with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.