Description
Indulge in a comforting family favorite with our Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce. This easy-to-make dish combines rich meat sauce, creamy cheese, and tender tortellini for a satisfying meal that even picky eaters will adore. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole is made with simple ingredients you likely already have on hand, making it an affordable and delicious option for any occasion. Whether you serve it alongside a fresh salad or garlic bread, this cheesy delight is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 24 oz pasta sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese (cubed)
- 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated or shredded parmesan
- Seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini al dente according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; season as desired.
- Drain excess grease, then stir in pasta sauce and cream cheese until combined.
- Toss cooked tortellini into the sauce until well coated; transfer to the baking dish.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes; broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve hot with sides like salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg