Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce, a dish that brings the family together on busy weeknights. This easy-to-make casserole features tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a rich meat sauce and topped with a golden layer of melted cheese. Perfect for satisfying even the pickiest eaters, this recipe allows for customization with your favorite spices and sauces. Whether served at family dinners or gatherings, it’s sure to become a cherished staple. Enjoy the deliciousness now!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20oz) container of refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (24oz) jar of pasta sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese (cubed)
- 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated or shredded parmesan
- Seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, seasoning it with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Drain excess grease, then stir in pasta sauce and cream cheese; simmer until well mixed.
- Gently toss cooked tortellini into the sauce mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- Transfer everything to the greased baking dish and sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan on top.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes; broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg