Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce
If you’re searching for a hearty and satisfying dish that’s quick to prepare, look no further than this Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce. This creamy, flavor-packed dish combines tender cheese tortellini with a savory ground beef sauce, topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it’s versatile enough to allow you to customize the ingredients based on your pantry staples! Serve it with a fresh salad or some garlic bread for an unforgettable meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 24 oz jar of pasta sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese (cubed)
- 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated or shredded parmesan
- Seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions until al dente. 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 with your favorite seasonings, then remove excess grease.
- Stir in the pasta sauce and cream cheese; simmer until combined.
- Toss the cooked tortellini with the sauce mixture and transfer it to the baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, then switch to broil mode for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg