Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce. This delightful dish combines tender cheese tortellini, a rich ground beef sauce, and an abundance of gooey cheese for a meal that satisfies every craving. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also budget-friendly. Just one bite of this creamy, cheesy goodness will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20oz) container of refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (24oz) jar of pasta sauce
- 8 ounces cream cheese (cubed)
- 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- Seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess grease and add seasonings.
- Stir in the pasta sauce and cream cheese, simmering until smooth.
- Fold in the cooked tortellini until well coated and transfer to the baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes; then broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg