Description
A cozy and comforting baked tortellini casserole with ground beef, marinara, and gooey cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef or sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, heavy cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions, then add to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese, allowing them to create a golden crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the warmth!
Notes
Make-ahead options available; can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg