You need a family friendly meal, you say? Well, here it is! Slow Cooker Cheese Tortellini is not only so easy because it's made entirely in the slow cooker, it's also a family favorite comfort food meal!
10ozfresh or dried cheese filled tortellini noodlesfor later
Parmesan cheese for toppingoptional
Instructions
Mix together panko and milk and let set for 5 minutes
Mix meat, panko mixture, egg and seasoning in a medium mixing bowl. Form into tiny balls (bouncy ball size) and place all across bottom of slow cooker
Carefully add spaghetti sauce and tomatoes
Do not stir! - Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for about 8 hours or high for about 4 until meat is fully cooked
Carefully remove meatballs and set aside
Turn the slow cooker back to high and add the noodles and cream, stir well and add meatballs back on top. Let cook for around 15-20 minutes (or 30-40 minutes for dried tortellini)
Give it all a little stir and serve with Parmesan cheese if desired
Notes
Additional recipe notes:
If using dried instead of fresh tortellini, increase cooking time to 30-40 minutes
I used McCormick Herb and Garlic Seasoning which contains salt. You could also use a regular Italian seasoning but you will want to add 1/2 teaspoon of salt if it doesn't have any.