Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole
A comforting and hearty Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole with meat sauce, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20 oz) container of refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (24 oz) 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 pasta a la dente according to the package directions; drain and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350° F and grease a 9×13 baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Brown the ground beef with your choice of seasonings in a large skillet.
- Incorporate the tomato sauce and cream cheese into the beef, simmering until blended and creamy.
- Combine the cooked tortellini with the sauce mixture, ensuring all pasta is well coated.
- Pour the mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- Add shredded mozzarella and parmesan on top for a cheesy crust.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, then broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Serve once cooled slightly, and enjoy with a side salad or garlic bread.
Notes
To avoid a dry casserole, do not skip the cream cheese. Feel free to add veggies for extra nutrition without sacrificing taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 765mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg