Description
This Easy Cheesy Baked Tortellini is a rich, creamy, and satisfying comfort meal made with just five simple ingredients. A quick and family-friendly baked pasta dish with a savory meat sauce, gooey mozzarella, and a golden parmesan crust—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 24 oz jar marinara sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions, slightly undercooking if using frozen tortellini. Drain and set aside.
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, seasoning with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in marinara sauce and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the tortellini gently to coat with the sauce.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispy, golden cheese topping.
- Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving and enjoy!
Notes
- Make it ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Storage: Refrigerate for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Vegetarian option: Skip the meat and add mushrooms or spinach.
- Spicy variation: Add red pepper flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired