Cheese Tortellini Pepperoni Pizza (Print Version)
Cheese tortellini, pepperoni, and pizza flavors baked with gooey cheese for a hearty, comforting meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 package (about 20 ounces) cheese-stuffed tortellini, cooked and drained
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 cups whole milk
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1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
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2 cups Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes
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1 cup shredded cheese blend, mozzarella-based
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1/2 cup pepperoni, cut into quarters
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1 cup pizza sauce
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20 slices pepperoni
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1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish and set aside.
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In a large pot over medium heat, sauté garlic in olive oil until golden and fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Add whole milk and Italian seasoning to the pot. Heat until steaming but not boiling. Reduce heat to low and stir in Velveeta and the shredded cheese blend. Continue stirring until completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Remove pot from heat. Add cooked tortellini and the quartered pepperoni, stirring gently to coat with cheese sauce.
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Transfer the tortellini mixture into the prepared baking dish. Drizzle pizza sauce evenly over the top, swirling gently with a spoon for a marbled effect. Do not fully combine.
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Arrange pepperoni slices over the surface and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, until bubbling and cheese is melted.
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Switch oven to broil on high and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp. Allow to cool briefly before serving.
# Notes:
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For best results, use freshly cooked tortellini and shred cheese directly from the block for optimal melting quality.