Ingredients

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1 pound ground beef browned and drained
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ cup diced onion
12 slices bacon cooked and crumbled, divided
1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 cup tomato sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Place the browned ground beef, diced onion, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, half of the crumbled bacon, and drained diced tomatoes into the slow cooker.
Pour in the beef broth, tomato sauce, and yellow mustard, stirring everything together until well mixed.
Cover and cook on low heat for about 3 hours to let the flavors meld.
Add the cheese tortellini, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the sauce.
Cook for an additional 30-40 minutes until the tortellini are tender.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts and creates a creamy sauce.
Top the dish with the remaining bacon and allow it to sit for 5 minutes before serving to thicken the sauce.

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Notes

Adjust the amount of cheese according to your preference for a creamier consistency.
For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh parsley or extra cheese before serving.
This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a convenient meal.

Author: jeremy
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 255 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 540
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 1200mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 90mg