Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce

Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce

A delightful comfort food that combines cheese tortellini with a rich meat sauce, topped with melted cheese, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

20 oz container of refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini Creamy filled pasta pockets.
1 lb ground beef For a hearty base.
24 oz jar of pasta sauce Rich and aromatic.
8 oz cream cheese (cubed) Adds creaminess.
1-2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese For the gooey top layer.
1/2 cup grated or shredded parmesan For added nuttiness.

Seasoning

to taste salt Essential seasoning.
to taste garlic powder For flavor.
to taste black pepper For warmth.
to taste Italian seasoning For an aromatic kick.

Method

Preparation

Cook the cheese tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart. Season with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Drain the excess grease, then stir in the pasta sauce and cubes of cream cheese. Let it simmer until smooth.
Gently toss the cooked tortellini into the meat sauce until fully coated.

Baking

Pour the tortellini and meat sauce mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, then switch to broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Serving

Cool for a few minutes before serving. Pairs well with side salad, roasted veggies, or garlic bread.

Notes

This casserole can be made vegetarian by substituting the beef with sautéed vegetables. For extra creaminess, add more cream cheese or ricotta.