Description
A cozy family favorite featuring layers of cheese-filled tortellini, rich marinara sauce, and melted cheeses. Perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package cheese-filled tortellini
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or Italian sausage, cooking until browned and delicious. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let those flavors meld together for a few moments.
- In a large baking dish, layer half of the cooked tortellini, followed by half of the meat sauce, and half of the ricotta and mozzarella cheeses. Repeat these layers.
- Crown your creation with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Make ahead by assembling and refrigerating. For cleaner slices, let the casserole rest before cutting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg