Description
Looking for a cozy, family-friendly dish? Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce is the ultimate comfort food that combines cheesy tortellini with hearty meat sauce, making it an irresistible choice for weeknight dinners or potlucks. This easy recipe can be prepared in no time, ensuring everyone at the table leaves satisfied. With creamy textures, rich flavors, and a bubbly cheese topping, this casserole is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20oz) container of 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 cheese
- Seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat with seasoning until cooked through.
- Drain excess grease; stir in pasta sauce and cream cheese until combined.
- Toss cooked tortellini with the meat sauce mixture and transfer to the baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- 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 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg