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Cheesy Baked Tortellini

Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole for Cozy Family Dinners

This Cheesy Baked Tortellini combines tender tortellini with a creamy meat sauce for a comforting family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 20 oz Cheese Tortellini Refrigerated or frozen
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or meat alternative
  • 24 oz Pasta Sauce Use your favorite marinara or homemade
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Low-fat versions can be used
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with provolone or Italian cheese blend
  • 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese For topping
  • 1 tbsp Seasoning Blend of salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Cooking Spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook Tortellini: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions, about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. Brown Ground Beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Make the Meat Sauce: Stir in pasta sauce and cream cheese. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce is creamy.
  5. Combine Tortellini and Sauce: Fold cooked tortellini into the meat sauce and transfer it to the prepared baking dish.
  6. Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the casserole.
  7. Bake the Casserole: Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes until cheese is melted. Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra browning.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Make-ahead option available; can assemble a day in advance and refrigerate.

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