This meatball tortellini recipe offers several health benefits. The California-blend vegetables provide essential vitamins and fiber, which are great for digestion and overall wellness. Using beef meatballs as the protein source helps with muscle repair and provides a good source of iron. Additionally, the cheese tortellini adds calcium for bone health, while the mushroom soup base provides a creamy texture without the need for heavy oils. Cooking slowly at a low temperature also helps retain the nutrients in the vegetables and meat.
Ingredients
Instructions
In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the vegetables, beef meatballs and tortellini. In a large bowl, whisk the soup, water and Creole seasoning. Pour over vegetable-meatball mixture; stir well. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until the tortellini and vegetables are tender.
Yield: 6-8 servings.
Note: The following spices may be substituted for the Creole seasoning: 1/2 teaspoon each paprika and garlic powder and a pinch each cayenne pepper, dried thyme and ground cumin.
