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Beefy Tortellini Bake

Beefy Tortellini Bake That Will Warm Your Soul

This Beefy Tortellini Bake is a comforting Italian dish that combines rich flavors and cheesy goodness, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter dish
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion or shallots for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic or pre-minced garlic
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes can substitute with diced canned tomatoes
  • 1 cup Beef Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning fresh herbs like basil or oregano work well
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Tortellini Bake
  • 9 ounces Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini frozen tortellini can also be used
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese can use cheddar for variation

Equipment

  • oven
  • Large skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth, along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the cheese tortellini into the sauce, mixing in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a baking dish, ensuring it's evenly spread.
  6. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
  8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the ground beef is thoroughly browned for the best flavor and let the sauce simmer to meld flavors before combining with tortellini.

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