Beefy Tortellini Bake
Indulge in the warmth of a delightful Beefy Tortellini Bake—your new favorite comfort food! This easy-to-make dish features tender cheese-filled tortellini enveloped in a savory ground beef and marinara sauce, topped with gooey melted mozzarella. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, it combines rich flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With minimal cleanup thanks to its one-pan preparation, this recipe is not only satisfying but also efficient, making weeknight cooking a breeze. Customize it by adding your choice of vegetables to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- 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 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
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 onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Cook tortellini according to package directions until al dente; drain well.
- Combine cooked tortellini with meat sauce until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish, top with shredded mozzarella, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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