4-Ingredient Baked Tortellini

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This 4-Ingredient Baked Tortellini is super easy. It’s a cheesy pasta dish great for busy nights. Your family will love this cozy dinner.

Imagine a casserole that’s ready in just 5 minutes. This meal is perfect for when you’re in a rush but want something tasty. You can use frozen tortellini right from the freezer. No need to boil or thaw them first!

5 Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

This Baked Tortellini Casserole will soon be your top dish. It’s great for busy nights because it saves time. You’ll need only a few ingredients to make it.

Here are five reasons to love this recipe:

Budget-friendly: This meal is easy on the wallet with just four ingredients.
Versatile: You can change it up with your favorite tortellini flavors or add veggies.
Kid-approved: Kids love the cheesy pasta.
Satisfying: It’s a filling meal with tortellini, sauce, and cheese.
Easy prep: It takes less time to cook, so you can enjoy dinner with your family.

This recipe is perfect for those who want delicious food without much work. It has few ingredients, which means less shopping and fewer dishes to clean. It’s my favorite for easy, comforting meals.

This casserole is a lifesaver on busy days. It’s so simple, my kids can help make it!

This dish is great for families or meal prep. It’s a time-saving, budget-friendly recipe that everyone will enjoy.

Exact Ingredients List (+ Possible Substitutes)

I love this recipe for its simplicity and flexibility. Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious baked tortellini dish:

1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
1 bag (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1 pound ground beef

Don’t have these exact ingredients? No worries! Try these tasty substitutes:

Swap marinara sauce for meat sauce
Use spinach or mushroom tortellini instead of cheese
Replace ground beef with Italian sausage or ground turkey
Opt for fresh mozzarella instead of pre-shredded

Want to take it up a notch? Add these optional ingredients:

3/4 cup water for extra sauciness
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

With these simple ingredients and easy substitutions, you can create a mouthwatering baked tortellini dish that’s sure to impress. Let’s move on to the cooking instructions!

Instructions

I’m excited to share how easy it is to make this delicious baked tortellini! First, I preheat the oven to 400°F. While it’s heating up, I brown ground beef in a large skillet until it’s nicely cooked through.

Now comes the fun part – layering ingredients in a 9×13-inch baking dish. I start with a thin layer of marinara sauce. Then, I add frozen tortellini on top.

Next, I spoon the meat sauce over the pasta. Finally, I sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese on top.

Once everything is layered, I cover the dish tightly with foil. Then, I put it in the oven. It bakes covered for 20 minutes.

After that, I remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes. This makes the tortellini reach that perfect al dente texture.

For a crispy top, I like to broil the dish for a few minutes at the end. This step is optional but adds a nice golden crust to the cheese.

Once it’s done, I let it stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs make for a beautiful finishing touch!

“The secret to this dish is in the layering – it creates pockets of flavor in every bite!”

Tips, Tricks & Storing

I love this dish for meal prep! I often brown extra ground beef ahead of time. On busy nights, I just use the pre-cooked meat and make a quick sauce. It makes dinner on hectic weekdays easier.