Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of the Irresistible Beefy Tortellini Bake, a perfect dish for cozy nights. This hearty casserole features tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a savory beef sauce, topped with gooey melted mozzarella that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish combines rich flavors and delightful textures that make it a crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s quick to prepare—ready in under an hour!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic until cooked through.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Gently mix in the tortellini and half of the mozzarella cheese until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg