Description
A comforting and hearty casserole that combines cheese tortellini, ground beef, and marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package cheese tortellini
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional)
- Garlic bread (for serving)
- Fresh salad (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Drain any excess grease.
- Mix the marinara sauce into the skillet with the ground beef, ensuring even distribution.
- Combine the cooked tortellini and ricotta cheese in a large mixing bowl, then gently fold in the meat sauce mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving for better texture and easier serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg