Beefy Tortellini Bake
This Beefy Tortellini Bake combines tender cheese-filled tortellini with ground beef and a rich tomato sauce, topped with melted cheese for a comforting meal that is easy to prepare and perfect for the whole family.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 pot for boiling tortellini
- 1 large mixing spoon
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cooking spatula
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- fresh basil for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the marinara sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet with the ground beef. Stir to combine and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
- While the sauce simmers, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente, about 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini with the beef sauce mixture. Stir until the tortellini is fully coated with the sauce.
- Transfer the tortellini and beef mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Just reheat in the oven before serving.
Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
If you prefer a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the beef sauce.