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Creamy Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini

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A cozy, creamy, and easy crock pot recipe combining tender beef, cheese tortellini, and a rich cheese sauce for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin steak (or leftover cooked steak, thinly sliced)
  • 1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen; fresh works best)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded provolone cheese (about 100 g)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice ribeye or sirloin steak against the grain. Slice onion and bell pepper thinly. Mince garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak slices until browned but not fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onions, bell pepper, and garlic until softened and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add seared steak, sautéed veggies, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce to the crock pot. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for about 3 hours.
  6. After 3 hours, gently stir in tortellini and softened cream cheese, mixing carefully to coat pasta without breaking it.
  7. Cover and cook on low for another 30-40 minutes or until tortellini is tender but not mushy. Stir halfway through to prevent sticking.
  8. Just before serving, stir in shredded provolone cheese. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Serve warm immediately.

Notes

Add tortellini in the last 30-40 minutes to avoid mushiness. Sear steak first for better flavor and tenderness. Use softened cream cheese at room temperature to avoid clumps. For a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water and stir in at the end, cooking 5 more minutes. Can substitute bell pepper with spinach or mushrooms. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and cheese alternatives and vegetable broth.

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Keywords: crock pot, cheesesteak, tortellini, creamy, slow cooker, easy dinner, comfort food

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