Beefy Tortellini Bake
If you’re seeking a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare, look no further than this Beefy Tortellini Bake. This hearty dish features tender cheese-filled tortellini enveloped in a rich marinara sauce, perfectly seasoned ground beef, and an irresistible layer of gooey melted cheese. It’s the ultimate one-pan dinner that brings family and friends together around the table. With minimal prep time required, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings—everyone will be coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Cook tortellini according to package directions until al dente; drain.
- Combine cooked tortellini with the meat mixture until well-coated.
- Transfer everything into the prepared baking dish, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe (approximately 305g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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