Beefy Tortellini Bake
A creamy and hearty pasta bake featuring tender tortellini and savory ground beef, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 ounces tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook for 3-4 minutes until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning for 6-8 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked tortellini, browned beef, marinara sauce, ricotta, and half the mozzarella until combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, topping with the remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This dish can easily be adapted with different proteins or vegetables based on your preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: pasta bake, comfort food, family dinner, beef, cheese, tortellini