Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole Recipe
A comforting and cheesy baked tortellini casserole that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. This dish features layers of savory ground beef, creamy cheese tortellini, and gooey melted mozzarella, all baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
For the Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
For the Casserole:
- 24 ounces fresh refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella, divided
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- Fresh minced parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned and no longer pink. Drain off excess grease.
- Season and Combine: Add marinara sauce, oregano, basil, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the beef. Stir and cook for a minute.
- Add Tortellini and Cheese: Stir in fresh tortellini, cream cheese, and 1 cup of mozzarella until the cream cheese is melted.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch pan or leave it in the skillet if oven-safe. Top with remaining mozzarella, cover with foil, and bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to brown the top.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh minced parsley or basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 689 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1595mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 134mg