Description

Beef Tortellini Bake is a comforting, family-friendly dish that combines tender tortellini stuffed with seasoned ground beef, enveloped in rich marinara sauce and topped with bubbling cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights, this easy-to-make recipe guarantees smiles around the dinner table. With layers of cheesy goodness and savory flavors, it transforms any meal into a special occasion.

Ingredients

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12 oz beef tortellini (fresh or frozen)
1 lb lean ground beef
2 cups marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the ground beef until browned.
Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; simmer until bubbly.
Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
In a baking dish, layer half of the meat sauce mixture, half of the cooked tortellini, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg