Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce
If you’re in search of a comforting meal that satisfies and delights, look no further than this Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole With Meat Sauce. This dish combines tender cheese tortellini with a rich meat sauce, all topped with gooey melted cheese for an indulgent experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is quick to prepare and can be customized to suit your tastes. You’ll love how easy it is to whip up and how it brings everyone together around the dinner table. With delicious layers of flavor and texture, every bite feels like a warm hug!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20oz) container cheese tortellini
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (24oz) jar 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 directions; 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 seasoned with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Drain excess grease; stir in pasta sauce and cubed cream cheese until combined. Let simmer briefly.
- Gently toss cooked tortellini into the sauce mixture; pour into the prepared baking dish and top with mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, then broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg