Description
Beefy Tortellini Bake is a comforting one-dish meal that combines tender tortellini, hearty ground beef, and gooey cheese, all baked to perfection. This easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With layers of flavor and a beautiful golden crust, it’s sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Customize it with your favorite veggies or sauces for an even more delightful experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 18 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion for about 3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Gently fold in the tortellini until coated in the meat sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, top with mozzarella cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg