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Cheesy Baked Tortellini

Cheesy Baked Tortellini That Will Make Family Dinner Fun

Cheesy Baked Tortellini is a comforting and quick family-friendly dish that combines cheese and savory meat sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 24 oz Pasta Sauce Use your favorite jarred or homemade sauce.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Cubed for easy mixing.
  • 1 pkg Refrigerated or Frozen Cheese Tortellini Feel free to swap for any stuffed pasta like ravioli.
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based meat.
For Toppings
  • 1-2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can mix with cheddar for a flavor twist.
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Try Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.
For Seasoning
  • Salt
  • Garlic Powder
  • Black Pepper
  • Italian Seasoning

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to package instructions for 3-5 minutes until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with your chosen seasonings for 6-8 minutes, then drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in the pasta sauce and cubed cream cheese; let simmer for 3-5 minutes until combined.
  5. Toss the cooked tortellini with the meat sauce until well coated.
  6. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, then switch to broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This casserole is even better the next day; reheat gently in the oven or microwave.

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